What is the main reason the speaker is angry about the current state of education?
Geoffrey Canada: Our failing schools. Enough is enough!

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Lack of funding for schools
Outdated teaching methods
High teacher turnover rates
Inadequate school facilities
2.
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What analogy does the speaker use to describe the outdated education system?
An old book
A failing business model
A rusty machine
A broken clock
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According to the speaker, why hasn't education changed despite scientific evidence?
Resistance to change and innovation
Poor communication among schools
Lack of interest from educators
Insufficient government policies
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What does the speaker say about the role of wealthy and educated people in early childhood development?
They are unaware of its importance
They have an advantage due to their knowledge
They do not prioritize it
They rely on public education systems
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Why does the speaker believe health and extracurricular services are important for children?
They improve academic performance directly
They are a luxury that should be available to all
They contribute to overall child development
They are required by educational policies
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Why does the speaker provide health services to children?
To improve their academic scores
To comply with legal requirements
To attract more funding
Because he genuinely cares about children
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What is the main issue with the current testing system according to the speaker?
There is too much emphasis on testing
Tests do not cover all subjects
Results are received too late to be useful
Tests are too difficult for students
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What does the speaker predict about school scores if no changes are made?
Scores will improve significantly
Scores will decline drastically
Scores will remain the same
Scores will fluctuate slightly
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How does the speaker suggest we should approach educational innovation?
By continuously experimenting and learning
By avoiding risks and failures
By focusing only on successful models
By following traditional methods
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What does the speaker believe is the real safety of the nation?
Educational preparedness
Economic stability
Technological advancement
Military strength
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