School uniforms
8/25/2022 5:30:00 PM
Do you know?
- School uniforms are believed to be a practice that dates to the 16th century in the United Kingdom.
- Uniform requirements often elicit strong reactions from parents, students, educators and scholars on both sides of the issue.
Let's explore more in the following passage!
Let's learn some new words before you read the passage:
Listen and complete the passage.
| strict | gangs | trends |
| fads | hassle |
Do you like to go school shopping each year? For many students, school shopping just isn’t necessary. These students go to school where school uniforms are required. School uniforms are typically a white shirt with dark pants or a skirt. There is no need to check out the local ads for the new styles or - these children already know what they will wear on the first day of school long before it arrives.
Some people feel that uniforms are not a good idea. They think that children should be able to have a choice in what they wear. Wearing uniforms seems too . Bad behavior doesn’t happen because of the clothes they are wearing. Uniforms can be a . Some people feel that they are uncomfortable. It can be boring to wear the same thing every day.
On the other hand, many people agree with student uniforms. These people feel that uniforms make all students feel safe and comfortable. You don’t have to worry about when everyone is wearing the same uniform. Behavior improves when students wear a uniform and dress nicely. Uniforms can also be much cheaper than the latest . Some say that uniforms are easy to wear, and they are comfortable, too.
So what is your opinion?
Read and answer the following questions.
School Uniforms
Do you like to go school shopping each year? For many students, school shopping just isn’t necessary. These students go to school where school uniforms are required. School uniforms are typically a white shirt with dark pants or a skirt. There is no need to check out the local ads for the new styles or trends - these children already know what they will wear on the first day of school long before it arrives.
Some people feel that uniforms are not a good idea. They think that children should be able to have a choice in what they wear. Wearing uniforms seems too strict. Bad behavior doesn’t happen because of the clothes they are wearing. Uniforms can be a hassle. Some people feel that they are uncomfortable. It can be boring to wear the same thing every day.
On the other hand, many people agree with student uniforms. These people feel that uniforms make all students feel safe and comfortable. You don’t have to worry about gangs when everyone is wearing the same uniform. Behavior improves when students wear a uniform and dress nicely. Uniforms can also be much cheaper than the latest fads. Some say that uniforms are easy to wear, and they are comfortable, too.
So what is your opinion?
Source: Daily Warm-ups Reading Grade 4
According to the passage, a school uniform can be _____.
- A white T-shirt with dark pants
- A white blouse with brown shorts
- A white shirt with a black skirt
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
- In some schools, wearing school uniforms is compulsory.
- Teachers tend to show favour to students wearing school uniforms.
- In terms of benefits, school uniforms help to improve students' behavior.
The writer uses the phrase "On the other hand" in the third paragraph for what purpose?
- To show his favorable attitude to students wearing uniforms
- To illustrate some of the advantages of school uniforms
- To make a contrast to the argument above
The author describes the benefit of school uniforms by showing that _____.
- they narrow the gap between the rich and the poor in schools
- they help students to confidently show their personality
- they can be very economical compared to trendy clothes
What can be inferred from the passage?
- School uniforms are a controversial topic.
- A large number of students disapprove of school uniforms.
- Students are more creative as they are free to choose their outfits.
Build your vocabulary by learning these intensive phrases/idioms.
When surfing the internet, I _____ the website whose name sounds interesting to me.
- check off
- check through
- check on
- check out
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in a bracket. You must use between THREE and FIVE words, including the word given. Do not change the word given.
If I had a million dollars, I could really have a lavish lifestyle. (STYLE)
=> If I had a million dollars, I could really .
A: "I bought this expensive T-shirt for my best friend."
B: "You spent $1000 on a T-shirt? You _____."
- get your head down
- do your head in
- need your head examined
- hold your head high
Rearrange the words in the correct order to make a complete sentence.