Paired-text Set: Should homework be required in schools?

According to the text, what is one reason why homework is considered beneficial?

• It teaches students how to ask for help.

• It helps students develop independence and time management skills.

• It allows students to take breaks from learning and it ensures students never fail.

• It ensures students never fail.

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What role do parents play in homework, according to the text?

• They assign the homework to students.

• They grade the homework and give feedback.

• They can gain insight into their child’s education by overseeing assignments.

• They ensure students get less homework to avoid stress and assign, grade, and give feedback on homework to ensure their student never fails a class.

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The National Education Association suggests that students who regularly complete homework:

• Tend to achieve higher grades.

• Often drop out of school.

• Feel less stress during exams.

• Become professional tutors.

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What does the text suggest is the optimal amount of homework for students?

• As much as possible, to ensure mastery of content.

• Minimal amounts, to avoid overwhelming students.

• About 10 minutes per grade level.

• No homework at all, as it is not helpful.

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What is the overall tone of the text toward homework?

• Critical of its impact on students.

• Neutral about whether it should be used.

• Supportive of homework, if balanced.

• Opposed to homework entirely.

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What is one reason critics argue against homework?

• It teaches students to work independently.

• It can lead to burnout and stress.

• It increases students’ time-management skills.

• It helps students learn new content.

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What impact does unequal access to resources at home have on students, according to the text?

• It encourages all students to work harder.

• It makes homework easier for students without resources.

• It can widen the achievement gap between students.

• It has no significant impact on student learning.

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According to the 2019 study by the American Psychological Association, students with excessive homework reported:

• Higher levels of anxiety and lower life satisfaction.

• Better test scores and higher motivation.

• Increased physical activity and healthier habits.

• More family time and social interaction.

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What does the text suggest about countries like Finland?

• They give students more homework than the U.S.

• They do not assign homework, yet perform better in international tests.

• They have longer school days to make up for no homework.

• They struggle to keep up with international standards.

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What is the overall tone of the text toward homework?

• Supportive of its use for younger students.

• Neutral, presenting both sides equally.

• Critical of homework and its impact on students.

• Enthusiastic about increasing homework amounts.

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