Unit 2 Test Review

What is the main reason American schools originally allowed students to take summers off?

• To give students a break from studying

• To allow students to work in the fields during the harvest period

• To align with the manufacturing industry's needs

• To provide time for family vacations

What is a central idea of the text regarding the current school calendar?

• It is perfectly suited to modern educational needs.

• It is outdated and needs to be revised to meet contemporary demands.

• It should be extended to include more vacation days.

• It should remain unchanged to preserve tradition.

What does the phrase "antiquated school calendar" suggest about the current school schedule?

• It is modern and efficient.

• It is old-fashioned and no longer suitable.

• It is flexible and adaptable.

• It is innovative and forward-thinking.

What is the impact of the word "obstacles" in the context of the school calendar discussion?

• It suggests that the calendar is beneficial.

• It implies that the calendar creates challenges.

• It indicates that the calendar is irrelevant.

• It shows that the calendar is supportive.

Which inference can be drawn about the author's view on the current school calendar?

• The author believes it is beneficial for student learning.

• The author thinks it should be maintained for historical reasons.

• The author feels it hinders student learning and needs change.

• The author is indifferent to the school calendar's structure.

What is the relationship between the central idea and the supporting ideas in the text?

• The central idea is contradicted by the supporting ideas.

• The supporting ideas provide evidence for the central idea.

• The supporting ideas are unrelated to the central idea.

• The central idea is only partially supported by the supporting ideas.

What does the term "The Contemporary Calendar" imply about the proposed school schedule?

• It is a traditional approach.

• It is a misleading concept.

• It is a modern and updated approach.

• It is a temporary solution.

Which statement from the text most strongly supports the idea that the current school calendar is not aligned with modern life?

• "The total amount of class time stays the same."

• "Our society should stop accommodating an industry that no longer dominates our economy."

• "This slight increase in class time could result in learning gains."

• "Supporters of changing the school calendar originally called the alternative schedule 'year-round school.'"

Which information should be omitted from a summary of the passage?

• • the original purpose of extended summer

• • the specific changes being proposed for the school calendar

• • the wide variety of options for educational summer camp

• • the results of government studies on the school calendar

What piece of evidence best supports the idea that students need more time in school in order to keep up with a quickly changing society?

• "Our society should stop accommodating an industry that no longer dominates our economy."

• "It is more difficult to succeed in school today than ever before."

• "Ultimately, we must accept that the American society has transformed itself from its agricultural roots. "

• "As our society continues to change, more knowledge and skill will be required from today’s students."