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Education is a major part of American culture. Schools do more than just fill students. heads with knowledge. They pass on culture, traditions and values.
American children start their education in elementary school. Most youngsters enter first grade at around six years of age. Children can prepare for this step by attending preschool and kindergarten from ages three to five.
Young learners finish elementary school in fifth or sixth grade. From there.
students go on to junior high school until eighth or ninth grade. Americans complete their required education in high school. They graduate and receive a diploma(毕业证)after twelfth grade.
Beyond high school, Americans have many options for further education.
In contrast to other countries, the u.s. has no national college entrance exam
Instead, private companies give exams to students. Universities decide which tests students must take. In addition to test scores, university officials also consider applicants. high school arades and other activities. Universities give scholarships and financial aid to help many who cannot afford the high tuition costs. Students with less academic goals may enroll in vocational schools(职业学校) or community colleges.The American style of education, compared to that of other countries,is quite informal. in fact, the casual class atmosphere often amazes international students.American teachers encourage students to think for themselves. Instead of grading students only on test scores, teachers evaluate papers group projects,and class participation.Students often have to think creatively to solve problems- not just memorize facts.Students also learn how to do
research by using resource materials to find their own answers. In this way, classrooms illustrate the American emphasis on individual responsibility.
Freedom of choice is another American value not absent from school life. In addition to their required courses, high school and college students may
choose elective courses. These electives allow students to study subiects that
interest them. The menu of choices might include typing,band and home economics,as well as special academic classes. Other activities occupy students. time after school hours. Most schools have sports teams, clubs,and publications that give students valuable experience
The American system of education is far from perfect.Teachers in America
fight to control cheating and plagiarism(剽窃)Drugsviolence,sex andpeer pressure interfere with students.education. Test scores are declining.So American teachers have to work hard,instilling(灌输)cultural and moral
values, as well as knowledge,in young American citizens.
11.It can be learned from the first two paragraphs that
A. schools in America stress knowledge other than culture, traditions and values
B.in America children do not accept education until six years of age 1 C.it is required that Americans receive high school education
D.school years remain the same for students from elementary to high school
12. Americans enjoy many opportunities for further education in that__
A. they are entitled to university education for free
B. they do not need to participate in college entrance exams
C.their scores in the exams given by private companies are not the only criterion for
college admission
D.they can attend vocational schools or community colleges at a considerably lower cost
13. What is special about American style of education is that
A.the relation between teachers and students is rather harmonious B.students are involved in independent and original thinking C.teachers stress test scores less than group projects and class participation
D.students are responsible for their own performance in class
14.American highschool and college students are free to select
A. interesting subjects besides required academic classes B.whatever courses required by the school
C.academic courses rather than vocational courses D. Courses to develop individual responsibility
15.The author.s attitude towards American education is_
A.positive and approving B.negative and opposing C.suspicious and worried D. neutral and concerned
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