Quiz on Education and Inequality

What did Gardner identify as distinct types of intelligence?

• Cognitive, emotional, and physical

• Linguistic, mathematical, spatial, musical, and interpersonal

• Verbal, analytical, and creative

• Emotional, logical, and spatial

What is the average IQ score represented by?

• 120

• 100

• 110

• 90

Which of the following factors does Kaplan claim affects IQ test performance?

• Socioeconomic status

• Genetic predisposition

• Parental education

• Cultural upbringing

What does the term 'cultural deprivation' refer to?

• Lack of access to technology

• Insufficient educational resources

• Deficiencies in cultural knowledge and values

• Poor physical health

According to Bernstein, which speech code is more complex and suited for academic success?

• Standard code

• Informal code

• Elaborated code

• Restricted code

What is a significant criticism of IQ tests mentioned in the text?

• They are too easy to pass.

• They are universally accepted.

• They measure cultural learning rather than pure intelligence.

• They are only used in the USA.

What does the term 'self-fulfilling prophecy' refer to in the context of education?

• Students achieving their goals

• Teachers' expectations influencing student performance

• The impact of socioeconomic status on education

• The role of parental involvement in education

What is the primary focus of the term 'educational equity'?

• Providing all students with the same resources

• Ensuring all students have access to quality education regardless of background

• Standardizing curriculum across all schools

• Equal funding for all schools

In the context of education, what does 'streaming' refer to?

• Grouping students based on academic ability

• Evaluating school facilities

• Monitoring student attendance

• Assessing teacher performance

What is the concept of 'social capital' in relation to education?

• The financial resources available for education

• The level of parental involvement in education

• The networks and relationships that facilitate access to educational opportunities

• The physical infrastructure of schools