Carl Kaestle's studies of literacy in the United States suggest that
a. "schoolchildren of similar age and socioeconomic status" performed "at similar levels throughout most of the twentieth century"
b. "literacy levels have declined since the late 1960s as a result of permissive schooling"
c. gaps in literacy skills associated with social class, race, and ethnicity are persisting
d. a and c
D
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A. envision the word in her mind B. think about how the word sounds C. find it in the dictionary D. write the word on paper
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A. is a general aspirational orientation that can be fostered and strengthened with knowledge about and comfort with the implications of cultural difference. B. cannot be attained in childhood. C. is influenced by friends and teachers, not by parental example. D. is only important if the family lives in a diverse neighborhood.
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A. Harmony with nature and the importance of reflection before action. B. "Rugged individualism" and emphasis on personal energy and initiative. C. Pragmatism, technological superiority, and efficiency. D. Concern about human welfare. E. The importance of freedom and democracy.