The Founder of Teach for America, Wendy Kopp, Wants to Make

question 42

Multiple Choice

The Founder of Teach for America, Wendy Kopp, wants to make teaching an attractive option for promising young professionals. Identify the phrase that represents the vision she developed for Teach for America.

• A) to improve standardized test scores across the board
• B) to cut wasteful spending from education budgets
• C) to encourage parents to take a more active role in their children's education
• D) to give all children in the United States the opportunity to attain an excellent education.

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