Education Systems Quiz Demo

What type of schools exist in the United States?

• Public schools, charter schools, private schools

• Public schools, international schools, vocational schools

• Public schools, magnet schools, religious schools

• Public schools, boarding schools, homeschooling

What is the special curriculum focus of AltSchool in San Francisco?

• Languages and literature

• Technology and problem solving

• Arts and music

• Physical education and sports

How do AltSchool students track their attendance at the beginning of the day?

• Using iPads

• Signing a paper sheet

• Using a computer

• No attendance is taken

What are classrooms called at AltSchool?

• Stations for learning

• Study rooms

• Learning hubs

• Knowledge centers

What is the key to success in Japan and South Korea's education systems?

• Having wealthy parents

• Being good at sports

• Getting into a good school

• Participating in extracurricular activities

What are the private after-school academies called in Japan and South Korea?

• Learning labs and educational clubs

• Tutoring centers and study groups

• Kumon and Sylvan

• Juku and hagwon

What do many people believe about the private after-school academies in Japan and South Korea?

• They are not effective

• They are affordable for all students

• They provide excellent support

• They make education too stressful

What is the name of the entrance exam in Japan?

• Center Shiken

• CSAT

• ACT

• SAT

What percentage of students in Japan get the scores they need to attend their chosen universities?

• 56%

• 70%

• 40%

• 85%

How many hours a day do many South Korean students preparing for exams spend studying?

• Sixteen hours

• Eight hours

• Twelve hours

• Twenty hours