#1
Which piece of legislation was passed in 2001 to address the education system in the United States?
No Child Left Behind Act
Every Student Succeeds Act
Race to the Top
Common Core State Standards
#2
Which country implemented the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) to evaluate education systems worldwide?
United States
Finland
Singapore
Germany
#3
What is the primary focus of education reform initiatives?
Standardized testing
Teacher training
Student achievement
Curriculum development
#4
Which organization oversees education reform in the United States?
Department of Education
Department of Labor
Department of Health and Human Services
Department of Defense
#5
What is a common objective of education reform legislation?
Increasing teacher workload
Promoting standardized teaching methods
Closing achievement gaps
Decreasing funding for public schools
#6
Which of the following is a key feature of the No Child Left Behind Act?
Standardized testing requirements
Funding based on student performance
Increased federal oversight
All of the above
#7
What major change did the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) bring compared to its predecessor?
Reduced federal control over education
Increased standardized testing requirements
Elimination of funding for low-performing schools
Introduction of a national curriculum
#8
Which of the following is NOT a goal of education reform?
Closing achievement gaps
Increasing teacher salaries
Improving student outcomes
Enhancing school accountability
#9
Which of the following is NOT a factor driving the need for education reform?
Technological advancements
Economic globalization
Decreased student diversity
Changing workforce demands
#10
What is a common strategy used to implement education reform?
Increased class sizes
Reduced teacher salaries
Professional development for educators
Less emphasis on early childhood education
#11
What is a potential criticism of education reform legislation?
Too much emphasis on standardized testing
Lack of teacher accountability
Insufficient funding allocation
All of the above
#12
What role do parents often play in education reform efforts?
Passive observers
Active participants
Obstacles to progress
No role at all
#13
Which demographic group is often disproportionately affected by education reform policies?
Upper-class students
Rural students
White students
Private school students
#14
What is one potential challenge of implementing education reform on a national scale?
Consistency in curriculum standards
Increased teacher autonomy
Decreased student achievement
Reduced parent involvement
#15
Which of the following countries is often cited as a model for successful education reform?
France
Japan
Brazil
South Africa