Why Were Middle Schools Created to Replace Junior High Schools

question 13

Multiple Choice

Why were middle schools created to replace junior high schools?

• A) Middle school teachers didn't need as many qualifications as junior high school teachers.
• B) Middle schools were seen as more helpful for young adolescents' needs.
• C) Middle schools were smaller than junior high schools.
• D) all of the above

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