Ravi Was Born into a Caste System in a Small

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Multiple Choice

Ravi was born into a caste system in a small village in Sri Lanka. He can expect to

• A) maintain the same social standing as his parents
• B) earn his social position through his own efforts.
• C) change his social position several times during his life.
• D) choose his life's works for himself after finishing college.

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