The BEST explanation for the problems Kevin Armstrong and Jimmy Miller experienced in elementary school is
A. They both lacked the skills needed to do well in their elementary school classroom.
B. Kevin's teacher was racist and Jimmy's teachers were biased against low income students.
C. The teachers in both settings made no attempt to learn about the boys' assets and "cultural knowledge".
D. The teachers over-emphasized high academic standards.
E. The teachers did not create a classroom community of cooperation and respect
Answer: C
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