模拟练习二

In any classroom in any country, the instructor teaches

more than just art or history or language. Part of

what is going onconsciously or notis the teaching of culture:

the attitudes, values and beliefs in the society.1.

Every education system is inevitably a mirror

that reflects the culture of the society it is a part.2.

In many western countries, such as the United States or Canada,

which are made up of many different nations,3.

religious groups and cultural orientations, individualism

and dependent thinking are highly valued.4.

And these values are reflected by education systems

in these countries. Teachers emphasize the qualities

that let each student special. Students are seldom5.

expected to memorize information; however,6.

they are encouraged to think for themselves, find answers

on their own and come up with individual solutions.

At an early age, students learn to form their own ideas

and opinions, and to express their ideas when class discussion.7.

In Japan, in contrast, the vast majority of people share8.

the same language, history, and culture. Perhaps for this reason,

the education system here reflects a belief in9.

group goals and traditions than individualism.10.