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Chapter 14

Total questions: 73

Worksheet time: 49mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

what is the cost of running educational enterprises per year for our education? How much does it cost for a student? (2)

a)

$6,000 per student

b)

$4,000 per student

c)

$400 billion a year

d)

$600 billion a year

2.

how long has the American system of education been growing? (1)

a)

more than 300 years

b)

less than 250 years

3.

What is the main idea of the development of Individual citizens? ( purposes of education) (2)

a)

Americans believe that all citizens should be given the opportunity to study and learn in order to develop their talents and abilities

b)

all citizens of all ethnic groups - should have equal opportunities to succeed through equal access of education

c)

requires that students with special needs be treated like everyone else and be taught in regular classrooms whenever possible

d)

thinking that we do to reach decisions and solve problems

4.

what is the purpose of education? what are 2 main reasons AMericans place a high value on education? (2)

a)

development of individual citizens

b)

development of the nation

c)

development in the human brain

d)

development for the next generation

e)

development for the state which you live in

5.

what is the main idea of the development of the nation? (purposes of education) (2)

a)

the well being of all Americans depend on the willingness and ability of individuals to use their talents for the welfare of the entire nation

b)

the arm of education is to teach young citizens how to contribute to society through good citizenship

c)

Free education for any creed or religion. public schools cannot discriminate against a student because of ethnic or religious background.

d)

equal educational

opportunities for all students regardless of any special educational needs.

6.

define mainstreaming (1)

a)

groups, teams, or events that school sponsors outisde of the classroom

b)

requires that students with special needs be treated like everyone else and be taught in regular classrooms whenever possible

c)

action we do automatically without thinking about it

motivation

d)

thinking that seems to come more from your heart than your mind

7.

what is the Seven major values of American

education (2)

a)

Free public education, Equal schooling, Free education for any creed or religion, Local control

b)

Compulsory attendance, Enriching environment

c)

critical thinking, prejudice, insight, extracurricular activities

8.

define public education (six major values of American

education) (1)

a)

all children should

have access to a quality education no matter their parent(s) ability to pay for i

b)

all children should have access to a quality education no matter their parent(s) ability to pay for it

c)

public schools cannot discriminate against a student because of ethnic or religious background

d)

each state sets its own attendance requirements but all states require school attendance.

9.

define Equal schooling (six major values of American

education) (1)

a)

open to all – schools cannot discriminate against any student because of race, gender, religion, physical disability, or

financial status

b)

public schools cannot discriminate against a student because of ethnic or religious background

c)

local communities operate their own

public schools

d)

each state sets its own attendance requirements but all states require school attendance

10.

define Free education for any creed or religion (six major values of American education) (1)

a)

all children should have access to a quality education no matter their parent(s) ability to pay for it

b)

public schools cannot discriminate against a student

because of ethnic or religious background

c)

each state sets its own attendance requirements but all states require school attendance

d)

we expect our schools to help students develop to their fullest potential – in mind, body, and spirit

11.

define Local control (six major values of American

education) (1)

a)

equal educational opportunities for all students regardless of any

special educational needs

b)

local communities operate their own public schools

c)

all children should

have access to a quality education no matter their parent(s) ability to pay for it

d)

each state sets its own attendance requirements but all states require school attendance.

12.

define Compulsory attendance (six major values of American

education) (1)

a)

each state sets its own attendance requirements but all states require school attendance

b)

all children should

have access to a quality education no matter their parent(s) ability to pay for it

c)

open to all – schools cannot discriminate against any student because of race, gender, religion, physical disability, or

financial status

d)

public schools cannot discriminate against a student

because of ethnic or religious background

13.

define Enriching environment (six major values of American

education) (1)

a)

open to all – schools cannot discriminate against any student because of race, gender, religion, physical disability, or

financial status

b)

we expect our

schools to help students develop to their fullest potential – in mind, body, and spirit

c)

public schools cannot discriminate against a student

because of ethnic or religious background

d)

equal educational

opportunities for all students regardless of any

special educational needs.

14.

what was the first important step taken to begin the American system of education? (1)

a)

in massachusetts in 1647 when a law was passed requiring all but the smallest town in the colony set up public schools

b)

requires that students with special needs be treated like everyone else and be taught in regular classrooms whenever possible

c)

groups, teams, or events that school sponsors outisde of the classroom

d)

thinking that seems to come more from your heart than your mind

15.

what was the purpose of the law that public schools should be set up in the colonies? (3)

a)

children learned to read the bible

b)

this law provided every town of 50 families or more to hire a schoolteacher (paid by town)

c)

massachusetts shifted the responsibility for schooling from the home to the community

d)

requires that students with special needs be treated like everyone else and be taught in regular classrooms whenever possible

16.

who is Horace Mann? why is this man important? (2)

a)

he demanded free public schools for all children

b)

the gradually developing public school system helped many children receive an education

c)

Many jobs require college and university training; well-educated citizens often earn higher incomes.

d)

Thomas Jefferson believed educated citizens were essential to democracy.

17.

why were so many americans opposed to free public schools? (3)

a)

tax payers did not want to pay to educate other poeple's children

b)

owners of private school argued that free public schools would ruin their businesses.

c)

people who ran church supported schools claimed that education should un under control of the church and the home

d)

Important for the country’s development—future depends on Americans working for the common good; education teaches citizens to contribute to society

18.

what did the supporters of public education argue about to free education for all? (1)

a)

a democratic society requires citizens who can read and write

b)

Create opportunities to make new friends

c)

Review notes and find study partners for tests.

d)

Understand your assignment.

19.

what are the ladder levels in the US system of education? (1)

a)

nursery school

kindergarten

elementary school

junior high school

high school

b)

Elementary school

Junior high school

High school

Higher education

c)

preschool

kindergarten

middle school

high schook

20.

define nursery school (3)

a)

preschool, children 3-4 years old

b)

learn to play and get along with children

c)

the federal government also grants funds for preschool programs

d)

teaches the basics of reading and writing and numbers

21.

define kindergarten (3)

a)

5-6 years old. Spend a year learning how to get along with others and preparing for first grade

b)

the word comes from German and means "garden for children"

c)

teaches the basics of reading and writing, and numbers

d)

learning the building blocks of education: reading, writing, and arithmetic

22.

define elementary school (3)

a)

1st grade at 6.

Attend elementary at 5-9 years old.

b)

learn the building blocks of education: reading, writing,a dn arithmetic

c)

in addition, science, history, health, art, music, and PE

d)

many school systems now call it middle school

23.

define junior high school (2)

a)

grades 7, 8, 9

b)

many school systems have replaced junior high school with middle or intermediate

c)

completed 8th or 9th grade

d)

there are 3 different kinds of junior high school

24.

define high school (2)

a)

3 different kinds of it

b)

completed 8th or 9th grade

c)

You can be successful in school if you are aware of the opportunities that your school has to offer and if you are prepared to take advantage of those opportunities.

d)

Active citizenship

25.

what are 3 kinds of high school? (3)

a)

academic high school: prepare for college

b)

technical and vocational: learn to trade or occupation

c)

comprehensive high school: offer college preparatory work & technical or vocational courses

d)

community high school: grown with advances in knowledge and technology

26.

what is higher education in the US? (3)

a)

grown with advances in knowledge and technology

b)

high school students are encouraged to earn as much education as they can

c)

many jobs require college and university training

d)

Select a regular study place with space, light, and silence.

27.

define junior college (4)

a)

2 year college called community college

b)

supported by taxpayers and offer courses free or at low tuition to local high school graduates

c)

courses include training fro specialized fields and preparation for more advanced study.

d)

may junior college graduated transfer to 4-year colleges or universities

e)

May help with college admissions and scholarships

28.

define colleges and universities in general (4)

a)

there are roughly 2,000 colleges and universities in the US

b)

most are coeducational, both women and men

c)

range in size from small colleges with large institutions

d)

supported by state or local government funds

e)

May help with college admissions and scholarships

29.

define university (3)

a)

same institutions of higher learning are organized by

b)

2 or more colleges & graduate programs in professional fields of learning

c)

provides advanced studies in most of the subjects that are offered in college

d)

May help with college admissions and scholarships

30.

define graduate school (1)

a)

after graduation from college, students may go onto graduate school for an advanced degree

b)

One of the key life skills you learn in school should be learning how to think. If you learn how to think critically, you will be able to solve many of the problems you face in school and in life.

c)

Thomas Jefferson believed educated citizens were essential to democracy.

d)

Important for the country’s development—future depends on Americans working for the common good; education teaches citizens to contribute to society

31.

true/false women traditionally have been paid less money than men for the same work

a)

true

b)

false

32.

what are 6 traditional values that have developed over the years that influence the nations school system? (3)

a)

-free public education

-equal schooling open to all

b)

-freedom for any creed or religion

-local control

c)

-compulsory attendance

-enriching environment

d)

-Considerate behavior

-Wise use of leisure time

33.

how does getting the most from school be helpfil in the future? (1)

a)

the success you enjoy in school and the study and learning habits you develop will help determine the kind of person you will become.

b)

One of the key life skills you learn in school should be learning how to think. If you learn how to think critically, you will be able to solve many of the problems you face in school and in life.

c)

Copying others, looking, listening, and role-playing are types of learning.

34.

what are one of the first and most important study habits all students must learn? (2)

a)

be well-organized

b)

budget your time

c)

Keep materials you need close at hand.

d)

Select a quiet place to study.

35.

how to study? (3)

a)

Select a regular study place with space, light, and silence.

b)

Budget your time for studying and for tests.

c)

Encourage self-expression

d)

Take notes while reading.

36.

what are some ways you can use your textbook more efficiently? (4)

a)

use the table of contents, index, glossary, maps, charts, appendics, amd captions

b)

answer the questions at the end of each section of the chapter

c)

Review notes and find study partners for tests.

d)

Understand your assignment.

37.

how do you take part in classwork? (3)

a)

Keep materials you need close at hand.

b)

pay careful attention to what is being taught in class

c)

think about the lessons and to not be afraid to ask questions

d)

Develop individual abilities and interests

38.

true/false The failure of one person to carry out a responsibility deprives the others of information and the satisfaction of working together for a common purpose.

a)

true

b)

false

39.

how can you prepare for a test? (2)

a)

review your notes

b)

ask you classmates questions that might appear on the test

c)

to vote wisely, understand current affairs, and solve problems.

d)

People must think for themselves

40.

how do you do well on test? (3)

a)

read each question carefully before trying to answer it

b)

look over the entire test to see how many questions there are and how much time should be spent on each question

c)

read your answers - check if you answered all

d)

Copying others, looking, listening, and role-playing are types of learning.

41.

why is extracurriculars important? (4)

a)

Allow you to work with others toward a goal

b)

Develop individual abilities and interests

c)

Create opportunities to make new friends

d)

May help with college admissions and scholarships

42.

why is developing life skills important? (2)

a)

One of the key life skills you learn in school should be learning how to think. If you learn how to think critically, you will be able to solve many of the problems you face in school and in life.

b)

consider all possible solutions and decide what solution seems best

c)

May help with college admissions and scholarships. Create opportunities to make new friends

d)

All learning is a result of direct observation or participation in events.

43.

how do we learn? Peoples’ thinking is influenced by what? (4)

a)

families, teachers, and friends. celebrities, mass media, and propaganda. social and work groups.

b)

All learning is a result of direct observation or participation in events.

c)

Copying others, looking, listening, and role-playing are types of learning.

d)

Thinking involves awareness, interpretation, and understanding of experiences.

44.

how do schools teach students? (2)

a)

make the best use of information by comparing and analyzing facts, putting the facts together and making conclusions

b)

know where to find information

c)

to vote wisely, understand current affairs, and solve problems.

d)

People must think for themselves.

to be objective and free of bias.

45.

why should people think for themselves? (3)

a)

to be objective and free of bias.

b)

to vote wisely, understand current affairs, and solve problems.

c)

to allow our system of government to work.

d)

celebrities, mass media, and propaganda.

46.

the ability to learn depends on 4 aspects __ ? (3)

a)

maturity and experience

b)

intelligence and our families

c)

experience and the degree of motivation

d)

intelligence and maturity

47.

why is thinking a complex process? (2)

a)

involves awareness, understanding, and interpretation of what we see and know

b)

solve problems by considering all possible solutions

c)

compulsory attendance and equal schooling for all

d)

weighing the evidence and reaching a conclusion

48.

what are some ways of thinking? (3)

a)

reason

b)

question

c)

weigh information

d)

freedom for any creed or religion

49.

what is the process of critical thinking? (4)

a)

defining the issue

b)

distinguishing fact from opinion

c)

the evidence

d)

reaching a conclusion

50.

define: defining the issue (process of Critical thinking) (2)

a)

make sure the issue or question is clearly defined in your mind

b)

make certain that you fully understand it and any terms that might be involved

c)

You can be successful in school if you are aware of the opportunities that your school has to offer and if you are prepared to take advantage of those opportunities.

d)

Important for the country’s development—future depends on Americans working for the common good; education teaches citizens to contribute to society

51.

define: distinguishing fact from opinion (process of critical thinking) (2)

a)

look for evidence to help you understand and judge the issue involved

b)

important to know whether you dealing with facts or with information colored by judgements

c)

are the facts used by the speaker or writer the one you need to know?

d)

more than one possible answer to a question or solution might work

52.

define: weighing the evidence (process of critical thinking) (4)

a)

are the facts used by the speaker or writer which one you need to know?

b)

are important facts missing?

c)

have you studied all the tables, graphs, maps and other sources?

d)

learn to judge which side of the argument that facts seem to support

53.

define: reaching a conclusion (process of critical thinking) (3)

a)

try to keep an open mind

b)

more than one possible answer to a question or solution might work

c)

mentally checking the facts against each possible solution

d)

learn to judge which side of the argument the facts seem to support

54.

true/false few people can be impartial, or completely objective, all of us have certain fixed feelings, or prejudices

a)

true

b)

false

55.

what is the US educational system facing an alarming increase of today? (3)

a)

violence in school

b)

teachers spend more time trying to maintain discipline than they do teaching

c)

more schools installed metal detectors and other security devices to protect students and teachers

d)

Education is vital to American society and to American democracy. The U.S. school system helps prepare you to be a good citizen.

56.

what do schools across the nation do to prevent violence in school? (1)

a)

offer violence prevention programs that teach students how to settle disputes peacefully

b)

Education is important because it builds a strong country and helps individual citizens grow

c)

Being prepared and keeping a schedule can help you by reducing stress and anxiety from not keeping up with things.

d)

Education is a huge part of this world because without education people wouldn’t know how be take care of their communities and neighborhoods.

57.

define: Seven Cardinal principles of Secondary Education (1)

a)

a group of teachers and school officials listed the goals of education that US schools should try to achieve

b)

It helps you become less stressed about not having the correct supplies to be able to copy down the information during class.

c)

people are responsible for what goes on in their neighborhoods and communities, one purpose of education is to teach citizens how to use their skills to helps others in our world.

58.

what are the Seven Cardinal Principles of Secondary Education? (3)

a)

using basic learning skills,

learning to work with others

b)

health education,

training for your life's work

c)

active citizenship,

considerate behavior, wise use of leisure time

d)

central education, a student's request

59.

define: using basic learning skills (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (3)

a)

teach students the skills of reading, writing and arthemtic

b)

using basic learning skills: teach students to learn and study

c)

skills to great advantage in many different courses in schools

d)

learning to work with others

60.

define: learning to work with others (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (2)

a)

learning to work with others

b)

help work with other people in your community and in workplace now and in the future

c)

using basic learning skills

d)

health education

61.

define: health education (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (2)

a)

teach students to develop good health habits

b)

offer programs of physical activities and sports

c)

provides the educational foundations on which special job training can be based

d)

emplyers needwell-educated, skilled workers

62.

define: training for your life's work (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (3)

a)

provides the educational foundations on which special job training can be based

b)

employers need well-educated, skilled workers so they prepare you for job opportunities after you graduate

c)

you can prepare for a job in which you can contribute to the nation and find personal satisfaction

d)

to help you become a good citizen your school seeks develop your interest in community life

63.

define: active citizenship (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (3)

a)

to help you become a good citizen your school seeks develop your interest in community life

b)

teaches you the history of the nation, its institutions, and the problems its faces today

c)

help develop in you a sense of loyalty, love of country, good judgment, and willingness to do your fair share for the good of all

d)

teaches students to adapt to accepted standards of behavior

64.

define: considerate behavior (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (3)

a)

develop in all students a feeling is consideration for their families, teachers, classmates, and other members of the community

b)

respecting the privacy and property rights of other citizens

c)

teaches students to adapt to accepted standards of behavior

d)

teach to enjoy good books, art, and music so that they may enrich your life

65.

define: wise use of leisure time (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (3)

a)

teach to enjoy good books, art, and music so that they may enrich your life

b)

teach to develop interesting hobbies and to take part in school activities such as athletics and drama

c)

help you find a hobby or special interest to enjoy now and in the future

d)

respecting the privacy and property rights of other citizens

66.

define university

a)

one or more colleges with more advanced majors

b)

Clubs, teams, or events sponsored by the school.

c)

Observation and participation in events

d)

Doing something without thinking about it

67.

Extracurricular Activities

a)

Clubs, teams, or events sponsored by the school.

b)

Doing something without thinking about it

c)

Thinking through your heart rather than your mind

d)

New ways of thinking and doing things

68.

habit

a)

action that we do automatically without thinking about it

b)

internal drive to achieve your goals

c)

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

d)

A college graduate has learned more information and skills that can help in different careers.

69.

motivation

a)

internal drive to achieve your goals

b)

thinking that seems to come from your heart more than your mind

c)

thinking that we do to reach decisions and to solve problems

d)

ability to find new ways to think about or do things.

70.

insight

a)

thinking that seems to come from your heart more than your mind

b)

ability to find new ways to think about or do things.

c)

thinking that we do to reach decisions and to solve problems

d)

internal drive to achieve your goals

71.

creativity

a)

ability to find new ways to think about or do things.

b)

thinking that we do to reach decisions and to solve problems

c)

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

d)

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

72.

critical thinking

a)

thinking that we do to reach decisions and to solve problems

b)

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

c)

integrating students with disabilities or special needs into the overall educational program

d)

An institution of learning of the highest level

73.

prejudice

a)

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

b)

thinking that we do to reach decisions and to solve problems

c)

ability to find new ways to think about or do things.

d)

thinking that seems to come from your heart more than your mind