In the 1960s and 1970s, American educational programs designed to enhance self-esteem reflected a predominant belief that self-esteem
a. is a result of school success.
b. is a cause of school success.
c. had declined steadily since World War II.
d. is a socio-cultural invention.
Answer: b
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is NOT one of the four C's of peacemaking identified in the text?
A. contact B. correction C. conciliation D. communication