SAGE News Clips: Poor School ConditionsDescription: In this video, we meet 14-year-old student Maria Arias, who lives in the slums of Caracas, Venezuela. Because of worsening economic conditions in this once oil-rich country, students and teachers alike miss classes to wait in food lines. Despite parents' and teachers' best wishes, students are unable to receive a proper education. Watch this video to learn more!Click on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 224, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:Education has often been described by sociologists as one of the key ways that one can move out of poverty. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of education on
a global level?
A. One year of school can equal a 10% boost in income.
B. Education helps workers avoid exploitation.
C. Education is responsible for the high level of literacy in less developed countries.
D. Education is linked to better health outcomes.
Answer: C
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