Describing Your School and Classes: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

What is the Spanish word for 'music class'?

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Clase de música

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Clase de la música

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Música de clase

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La música de clase

Question 2

Translate 'la bibliothèque' into English.

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library

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canteen

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classroom

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gym

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a comprehensive school in the UK?

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Selective based on academic performance

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Open to students of all abilities

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Usually state-funded

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Typically co-educational

Question 4

What is the term for a teacher who is responsible for a particular group of students in a UK School?

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Form tutor

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Headteacher

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Subject teacher

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Deputy head

Question 5

Which of the following is a characteristic of a comprehensive school in the UK?

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Open to all students regardless of ability

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Selective admission

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Academic focus

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Fees charged for attendance

Question 6

What is the term for a short break between lessons in a UK school?

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Break time

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Lunch break

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Study period

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Assembly

Question 7

What is the name of the exams taken by GCSE students at the end of their studies?

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GCSEs

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A-Levels

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SATs

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IBs

Question 8

Which subject is NOT typically taught in UK primary schools?

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Sociology

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English

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Mathematics

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Science

Question 9

Which government agency is responsible for overseeing education in England?

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Department for Education

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Ofsted

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Qualifications and Curriculum Authority

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National College for Teaching & Leadership

Question 10

Which of the following is not typically considered an academic subject in schools?

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Sports

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Mathematics

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History

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Science

Question 11

What is the term used to describe a teacher who focuses on teaching a particular subject area?

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Subject teacher

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Classroom teacher

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Head teacher

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Assistant teacher

Question 12

Which of the following activities is typically considered an extracurricular activity in schools?

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Football club

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Homework club

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History lesson

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Science experiment

Question 13

Who is typically responsible for the overall management and administration of a UK school?

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Headteacher

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Principal

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Dean

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Superintendent

Question 14

Which of the following is not a key feature of the UK education system?

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Free university tuition for all students

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Compulsory education until the age of 16

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A focus on academic achievement

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A national curriculum

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a core subject taught in the UK national curriculum?

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Gymnastics

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Mathematics

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Biology

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History

Question 16

What is the term used to describe a person who teaches a particular subject in a school?

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Teacher

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Lecturer

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Professor

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Tutor

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a typical element of a UK school uniform?

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Jeans

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Blazer

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Tie

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Shirt

Question 18

What is the title given to the person in charge of a school in the UK?

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Headteacher

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Principal

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Rector

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Dean

Question 19

What is the name of the national curriculum that all schools in England must follow?

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National Curriculum

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English Curriculum

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UK Curriculum

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British Curriculum

Question 20

What is the term used to describe the practice of using a foreign language in real-life situations?

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Immersion

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Fluency

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Proficiency

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Exposure

Question 21

Translate 'la salle de classe' to English.

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The classroom

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The library

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The cafeteria

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The assembly hall

Question 22

Translate 'el patio de recreo' into English.

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The playground

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The gym

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The assembly hall

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The cafeteria

Question 23

What is the term for a member of staff who teaches a particular subject?

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Teacher

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Lecturer

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Professor

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Educator

Question 24

What is the English translation of 'salle de classe'?

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Classroom

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Lecture hall

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Staff room

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Library

Question 25

Which of the following statements about comprehensive schools in the UK is true?

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They offer a diverse range of subjects and qualifications.

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They are selective based on academic ability.

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They are intended solely for students from wealthy backgrounds.

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They focus exclusively on preparing students for university.

Question 26

What is the English translation of 'emploi du temps'?

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Timetable

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Schedule

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Planner

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Agenda

Question 27

Which of these subjects is not typically taught in secondary schools in the UK?

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American History

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English

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Mathematics

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Geography

Question 28

What is the term for a teacher who specializes in teaching a particular subject?

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Subject teacher

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Tutor

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Lecturer

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Supervisor

Question 29

What is the name for the main hall where students assemble?

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Assembly hall

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Gymnasium

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Library

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Quad

Question 30

What is the name of the room where students in the UK typically go to learn?

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Classroom

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Hall

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Library

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Auditorium

Question 31

Who is typically the head of a UK school?

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Headteacher

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Principal

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Director

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Superintendent

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a required uniform item in most UK schools?

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Trainers

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Shirts/Blouses

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Trousers/Skirts

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School tie

Question 33

Which type of UK school is open to all students regardless of academic ability?

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Comprehensive school

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Grammar school

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Public school

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Independent school

Question 34

Which of the following subjects is typically NOT taught in a comprehensive school in the United Kingdom?

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Statistics

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English

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Science

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Mathematics

Question 35

Which of the following is an example of an extracurricular activity commonly offered in a UK comprehensive school?

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Drama club

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Yoga

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Pilates

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a comprehensive school in the UK?

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Selective admission

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Open to all students regardless of ability

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Offers a broad range of subjects

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Typically larger than grammar schools

Question 37

What is the term used to describe the year group of students who are typically 16 years old in the UK?

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Year 11

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Year 10

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Year 12

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Year 13

Question 38

Which of the following is a common way to refer to a classroom in a UK school?

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Form room

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Auditorium

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Lecture theatre

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Study hall

Question 39

What is the term used to describe the person responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of a UK comprehensive school?

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Headteacher

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Superintendent

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Principal

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Dean

Question 40

In French, how do you refer to a 'teacher'?

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professeur

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bibliothèque

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école

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élève

Question 41

In a comprehensive school in the UK, which of the activities listed is typically not considered an extracurricular offering?

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Competitive horse riding

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Football team

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Drama club

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Debating society

Question 42

In a UK school, who is the person responsible for leading and managing the institution?

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Headteacher

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Principal

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Director

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Dean

Question 43

Within a comprehensive school, which of the subjects listed would most likely be taught in the 'Humanities' department?

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History

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Physics

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Music

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Art

Question 44

In a school setting, what term refers to a collective of students who share classes and progress together through their academic journey?

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Form

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Grade

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Year

Question 45

When describing a school that caters to students of varying academic abilities, which term appropriately characterizes such an institution?

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Comprehensive

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Selective

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Private

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Grammar

Question 46

How would you best describe a classroom that receives an abundance of natural light?

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Bright

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Quiet

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Modern

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Spacious

Question 47

In a typical school library, which of the following is not usually found among its resources?

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A swimming pool

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Bookshelves

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Computers

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Study desks

Question 48

In a school context, what is the term used for an event where all students gather together?

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Assembly

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Meeting

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Conference

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Seminar

Question 49

If you want to borrow a book from the library, what do you need to do?

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Get a library card

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Pay a fee

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Ask a teacher for permission

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Write a note to the librarian

Question 50

What is the purpose of a school uniform?

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To create a sense of unity and identity

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To show off your personal style

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To make it easier to learn

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To make the school look more modern