What Is the Purpose of Multiculturalism in Schools

question 1

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of multiculturalism in schools?

• A) To help assimilate students' cultures into the American "melting pot"
• B) To reduce prejudice, foster tolerance, and improve the academic achievement of minority students
• C) To support students in the maintenance and preservation of their own cultures
• D) To assimilate students into the "melting pot" of the United States, as well as to foster students' respect for the existence of various cultures

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