Fahrenheit 2021: Texas vs. Books

A Republican state lawmaker, Matt Kraus, has initiated an investigation into Texas school districts regarding the types of books available, focusing on those related to race and sexuality. Kraus, as chair of the House Committee on General Investigating, sent a letter to the Texas Education Agency, listing about 850 book titles and requesting information on their availability and cost. The list includes notable works like 'The Confessions of Nat Turner' and 'Between the World and Me', as well as books addressing sexuality and LGBTQI topics. This move raises questions about free speech from the party traditionally advocating for it.

What is the primary focus of the investigation launched by the Republican state lawmaker?

• The financial management of Texas school districts

• The hiring practices of teachers in Texas

• The sports programs in Texas schools

• The types of books related to race or sexuality in school libraries

Who is leading the investigation into the Texas school districts?

• The Governor of Texas

• The Texas Tribune

• The Texas Education Agency

• State Representative Matt Kraus

What role does Matt Kraus hold that is relevant to the investigation?

• President of the Texas School Association

• Chair of the Texas Education Board

• Chair of the House Committee on General Investigating

• Governor of Texas

How many book titles are listed in Matt Kraus's letter?

• 1200

• 850

• 1000

• 500

Which of the following books is mentioned in the list provided by Matt Kraus?

• To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

• The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

• The Confessions of Nat Turner by William Styron

• 1984 by George Orwell