Glynn Grows Up in a Lower-Income Family That Does Not

question 24

Multiple Choice

Glynn grows up in a lower-income family that does not have the financial means to do things like go to the opera, buy many books, or travel much. Glynn works hard in school but does not do as well based on his efforts. How could Glynn's cultural capital be hurting his performance?

• A) His cultural capital does not align with that of the school or his teachers.
• B) He lacks the cultural capital to afford tutors and lessons.
• C) His cultural capital lacks the connections to help him in school.
• D) His cultural capital does not allow him to afford college.

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