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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, The Mystery of Teaching.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Ayers, how many Americans were incarcerated in the year 2000?
(a) 200,000.
(b) Two million.
(c) 500,000.
(d) One million.

2. According to Ayers, what is built when there is an engaged and active citizenry?
(a) Better legislation.
(b) Parental support.
(c) A republic.
(d) A strong democracy.

3. What type of music was played at the detention center during work time?
(a) Rap music.
(b) Classical music.
(c) Rock music.
(d) Country music.

4. In Ayers preschool classroom, which area felt "cozy and home-like"?
(a) The dress-up area.
(b) The loft where the blocks were stored.
(c) The store.
(d) The hospital.

5. What year did Ayers begin teaching?
(a) 1965.
(b) 1955.
(c) 1960.
(d) 1970.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who asked how race relations were going in Chicago?

2. What did Ayers build that contained literature of diversity and inclusion?

3. Who described an astonishing process while teaching a course "The Art of Black English"?

4. What does Ayers say is required to teach from a solid base of knowing students?

5. Compared to 0 dollars spent on school construction, how much did Illinois spend on prison construction in 1999?

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