Quiz on Educational Reforms in British Honduras (1930-1940)

What was one of the main focuses of the 1932 Finance Committee?

• Reducing public sector spending

• Expanding secondary education

• Increasing school attendance

• Improving teacher salaries

Who submitted a report that became the basis for the educational policy in British Honduras?

• Sir Alan Burns

• B.H. Easter

• Mr. Mayhew

• The Finance Committee

What was the age range for compulsory school attendance according to B.H. Easter's report?

• 8-16 years

• 7-14 years

• 6-12 years

• 5-10 years

Which of the following was NOT one of B.H. Easter's recommendations?

• Re-planning the curriculum

• Implementing a scholarship scheme for secondary education

• Increasing the school entry age to 7

• Establishing a teacher training center

What was the main industry mentioned in B.H. Easter's report?

• Mining

• Tourism

• Forestry

• Agriculture

What was the proposed percentage of the annual budget for educational expenditure according to Easter's recommendations?

• 20%

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

Which report criticized the administration and control of teacher training?

• Finance Committee Report

• Mayhew's Report

• B.H. Easter's report

• West Indian Royal Commission Report

What was one of the issues faced by the Industrial School?

• Overcrowding

• Excessive discipline

• High enrollment rates

• Lack of funding

What was the outcome of the 1935-1938 West Indian Royal Commission?

• It was ignored by the government

• It led to immediate reforms

• It made significant recommendations for education

• It focused solely on secondary education

What was the main criticism of the education system by the Finance Committee?

• Education was overfunded

• Curriculum was outdated

• Teachers were underpaid

• Too many schools were being built