Exploring the Text

1. Examine the props carefully. What are the “tools” of education, according to Norman Rockwell’s image?

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   Chapter 5 - The Spirit of Education - Exploring the Text: Examine the props carefully. What are the “tools” of education, according to Norman Rockwell’s image?
2. On the basis of this depiction alone, who is excluded from Rockwell’s ideal vision of education?

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   Chapter 5 - The Spirit of Education - Exploring the Text: On the basis of this depiction alone, who is excluded from Rockwell’s ideal vision of education?
3. What assumptions about education does Rockwell make in this illustration?

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   Chapter 5 - The Spirit of Education - Exploring the Text: What assumptions about education does Rockwell make in this illustration?
4. In 1934, the United States was in the midst of the Great Depression. How does this painting encourage an optimistic outlook on the future?

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   Chapter 5 - The Spirit of Education - Exploring the Text: In 1934, the United States was in the midst of the Great Depression. How does this painting encourage an optimistic outlook on the future?