Examining Culture and Prejudice in Literature — Test
Question 10 • Expository Reading and Writing
Ana is planning a call-to-action essay about the music program being cut at her school. Which statements should appear in her introduction paragraph? Choose two correct answers.
Answer
A
When school districts struggle financially, cutting programs like music education is often the first impulsive reaction.
B
Some school districts may receive private funding for music programs, unlike other districts that do not have private donors.
C
Studies have shown that students who are involved with music-education programs in school perform better on standardized tests.
D
Music education provides several benefits to students and should not be cut from schools.
E
Please write letters to the school board members pleading for them to find other ways to save money.