1B 2.13 Cuban and Nicaraguan Education Quiz

What are the typical school hours in Cuba?

• 7:00 am – 12:00 pm

• 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

• 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

• 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

True or False: Cuban students attend school from Monday to Saturday.

• False

• True

What is the motto that Cuban schools are based on?

• Education is freedom

• Hard work, self-discipline and love of country

• Study hard, dream big

• Discipline and responsibility

What is usually included in a free school lunch in Cuba?

• Pasta, bread, and fruit

• Rice, beans, a protein, a vegetable, and dessert

• Pizza and soda

• Soup and salad

In Cuba, education is...

• Free only in elementary school

• Paid after middle school

• Free at all levels, including university

• Free only in private schools

How long does elementary education last in Cuba?

• 3 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

What are some unique subjects taught in Cuban elementary schools?

• Business and computer science

• Dance, health and hygiene, and revolutionary history

• French and math only

• Literature and world religions

What kind of practical skills are taught in Cuban schools?

• Programming

• Gardening and crafts

• Marketing

• Cooking and cleaning

How does Cuba indicate grade levels through school uniforms?

• By adding patches

• Through color differences

• With different hats

• By wearing different shoes

What percentage of Nicaragua’s population is under 25?

• 30%

• 45%

• 65%

• 80%