Chapter 5 Test

How do many countries emphasize the importance of education?

• By restricting and controlling education

• By making education available only to the wealthy

• By emphasizing education to help improve the economy and lives of citizens

• By ignoring the importance of education

What do some countries do to control education?

• They make education available to everyone

• They restrict and control education

• They emphasize education to improve the economy

• They provide free education to all citizens

In some countries, who has access to education?

• Everyone

• Only the wealthy

• Only the poor

• Only government officials

In the United States, what is education not based on?

• A national system

• A state system

• A local system

• An international system

What are the variations in the United States education system related to?

• Quality and opportunity

• Curriculum and funding

• Teachers and students

• Technology and infrastructure

What influences American schools and learners?

• The country's problems

• The country's wealth

• The country's culture

• The country's geography

Who is responsible for the control of public education?

• Individual state governments

• Private organizations

• International bodies

• Non-governmental organizations

Which of the following is NOT responsible for the control of public education?

• Local communities

• Federal government

• Individual state governments

• Private companies

According to the Constitution, powers not assigned to the federal government fall under the control of which entity?

• Local communities

• State control

• Federal agencies

• International organizations

What is one of the roles of the legislature in state government?

• Provides leadership

• Promotes education standards

• Passes laws

• Advocates for citizen support