Common Bond Reading

What is the primary requirement for students to be eligible for enrollment at the International High School at Prospect Heights?

• They must speak at least three languages

• They must have failed an English language assessment test

• They must be from New York City

• They must be Christian or Jewish

How many different countries do the students at this school represent?

• More than 30

• Less than 20

• More than 40

• Exactly 25

Which term is considered more appropriate for students learning English at this school?

• ESL (English as Second Language)

• ELL (English Language Learner)

• EFL (English as Fourth Language)

• ENL (English as New Language)

According to Principal Nedda de Castro, what makes the school feel like home?

• The school building design

• The classroom decorations

• The cultural food options

• The emphasis on relationships

What metaphor does Joe Luft say students often use to describe their school?

• A melting pot

• A bridge

• A family

• A community center

Which student experience is mentioned as common among many attendees?

• Working after school to help their families

• Speaking only one language

• Living in New York for many years

• Having extensive formal education

How long have most students been in the United States before attending the school?

• More than four years

• Less than a year or two

• Exactly three years

• Five to six years

What is mentioned as a challenge for some students coming from rural areas?

• Learning American sports

• Making new friends

• Understanding technology

• Navigating city transportation

How many languages are spoken by the student body at this school?

• Nearly 30

• Exactly 15

• More than 50

• Less than 10

What experience did student Nourou have with languages before learning English?

• She spoke only French

• She knew two languages

• She spoke no other languages

• She spoke three languages