Английский язык. Александрова Г.А. - 96 стр.

        existence of wide differences in the educational systems of vari-
        ous states. For instance, the richer states can afford better schools
        and better teachers.
Mr. L. But all the states have basically similar systems don’t they?
Mr. C. Oh, yes. Every state provides all children with the free education
        through High school. Some states also provide free books and
        free transportation. So it costs the parents very little to send their
        children to school. Furthermore laws in every state require all the
        children to attend school for a certain period, usually from the age
        of 6 to 16.
Mr. L. How do the objectives of Grammar school compare to those of
       High school?
Mr. C. The Grammar school attempts to give the students a firm
        knowledge if the basic subjects such as reading, writing, spelling,
        and arithmetic. All students receive approximately the same train-
        ing. On the other hand, High school students can choose some of
        their subjects. Only English, science, American History and a few
        other remain compulsory.
Mr. L. What determines the student’s choice of subjects?
Mr. C. It depends on his plans for the future. Some students take a
        College Preparatory Course. This course consists mainly of aca-
        demic subjects. However, the majority of High school students do
        not go to College. To meet the need of those students the High
        school offer a wide variety of subjects, with strong emphasis on
        vocational training. They receive training in some specific trade
        and upon leaving school they are better fitted to earn a decent
        living.
Mr. L. Do girls and boys go to the same school?
Mr. C. Yes, education is exactly the same for boys and girls. They
        attend the same school and can take the same courses.
Mr. L. What about the length of the school day and the school year?
Mr. C. Classes are usually from 8.30 till 3, five days a week. Saturday
      and Sunday are holidays. The schoolyear lasts for nine months from
      September to June. During the summer the students have three
      months’ vacations.
Mr. L. One final question, Mr. Canfield. Are the educators considering
      any other basic changes besides the change to the 6-3-3 plan?
Mr. C. Yes, a very important one. A few moments ago I was speaking to
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