2. Understanding the Italian Educational System

What is the first stage of education before elementary school in Italy?

• High school

• University

• Middle school

• Kindergarten

How long do elementary schools last in Italy?

• 6 years

• 4 years

• 5 years

• 3 years

Is the final exam at the end of elementary school still mandatory?

• Only in some regions

• No

• Depends on the school

• Yes

What exam must students pass to graduate from middle school?

• Final elementary exam

• Media license exam

• Entrance exam

• Maturity exam

How many years does high school last in Italy?

• 4 years

• 3 years

• 5 years

• 6 years

Which type of high school did the narrator attend?

• Scientific

• Linguistic

• Classical

• Musical

What is the final exam called that students must pass at the end of high school?

• Maturity exam

• Entrance exam

• Final elementary exam

• Media license exam

Until what age is schooling mandatory in Italy?

• 16 years

• 14 years

• 20 years

• 18 years

What Italian movie does the narrator recommend to understand the anxiety of high school exams?

• Il Postino

• Notte prima degli esami

• La Dolce Vita

• Cinema Paradiso

What is the first level of university education in Italy?

• Bachelor's degree

• Master's degree

• Doctoral degree

• Associate degree