THE SCHOOL WITH NO RULES - Both sides -pag.102 ex.5

What is the main idea of the Swanson School's 'no rules' system?

• To make sure pupils obey the rules

• To encourage children to be more active

• To protect children from making mistakes

• To create a positive change in children's behavior

Why did Principal Bruce McLachlan implement the 'no rules' system?

• To save time for teachers

• To keep children fit and healthy

• To let children have experiences

• To reduce accidents in school

What do parents think about the 'no rules' system at Swanson School?

• They are worried about their children's safety

• They believe it is a good lesson for their children

• They think it is a waste of time

• They want more rules to be implemented

What positive changes did parents observe in their children after the implementation of the 'no rules' system?

• Increased responsibility and confidence

• Decreased concentration in class

• More accidents and injuries

• Less interaction and problem-solving among students

What is one of the benefits of the 'no rules' system according to Mr McLachlan?

• Children concentraded more in class and found a way to get well together

• More strict discipline in the classroom

• Less active playtime for students

• Teachers having more control over the students

Why do teachers in many countries have to watch children carefully?

• To ensure children obey the rules

• To prevent accidents and injuries, for legal and financial reasons.

• To encourage children to be more active

• To create a positive change in children's behavior

What is one of the reasons why schools in the USA have to pay when children go to the hospital?

• To encourage schools to implement more rules

• To ensure children receive proper medical care

• To punish schools for accidents and injuries

• To discourage children from being active

What is the main difference between New Zealand and the USA regarding medical bills?

• In New Zealand, the government pays for hospital bills

• In the USA, parents have to pay for hospital bills

• In New Zealand, schools have to pay for hospital bills

• In the USA, the government pays for hospital bills

What did the university research conclude about children's activity levels when there are no rules?

• Children are less active

• Children are more active

• Children are equally active

• Children's activity levels do not change

Who creates most of the rules at Swanson School?

• The principal, Bruce McLachlan

• The teachers

• The parents

• The children