Banning the Veil Part 4

When did Minister Jules Ferry work on creating a modern, secular education system?

• In the 1700s

  
  

•  In the 1800s

  
  

• In the 1900s

  
  

• In the 2000s

  
  

What was the goal of the secular education system according to Jules Ferry?

• To promote religious studies

  
  

• To create a common political identity

  
  

• To encourage diversity in education

  
  

• To emphasize regional differences

 How did the Ferry laws of 1881 and 1882 impact France?

• They led to a decline in industrialization

  
  

• They encouraged cultural diversity

  
  

• They helped unify the nation

  
  

• They increased regional differences

 Why do some immigrants feel disconnected from the French public school system?

• Because they receive special treatment

  
  

• Because they face discrimination

  
  

• Because they have strong religious beliefs

  
  

• Because they come from developed countries

  
  

 Who determines the curriculum and resources for French schools?

• Local communities

  
  

• Individual teachers

  
  

• The government

  
  

• International organizations

  
  

 What was one criticism of the French public school system mentioned in the text?

• Lack of funding

  
  

•  Lack of diversity

  
  

• Lack of qualified teachers

  
  

•  Lack of regional autonomy

  
  

Why did President Sarkozy support banning full-face Muslim veils?

• For security reasons

  
  

• For cultural celebration

  
  

• For religious tolerance

  
  

• For educational purposes

  
  

What was the reaction of many Muslims to the ban on full-face veils?

• They supported it

  
  

• They protested against it

  
  

• They were indifferent

  
  

• They welcomed it

  
  

How did human rights organizations view the ban on full-face veils?

• They supported it

  
  

• They criticized it

  
  

• They were indifferent

  
  

• They welcomed it

  
  

What recent decision did the French Senate make regarding Muslim women's clothing?

• Banning religious head coverings

  
  

• Banning full-face coverings in public

• Banning burkinis in swimming pools

  
  

•  Banning certain clothing for girls under 18