Questions

1. Why does Horace Mann begin with a description of the “feudal lords in England and on the Continent” (para. 3)?

   Chapter 5 - 1. from Report of the Massachusetts Board of Education - Questions: Why does Horace Mann begin with a description of the “feudal lords in England and on the Continent” (para. 3)?
2. What does Mann mean by the following statement: “Property and labor in different classes are essentially antagonistic; but property and labor in the same class are essentially fraternal” (para. 4)?

   Chapter 5 - 1. from Report of the Massachusetts Board of Education - Questions: What does Mann mean by the following statement: “Property and labor in different classes are essentially antagonistic; but property and labor in the same class are essentially fraternal” (para. 4)?
3. When Mann uses the term “intelligence,” does he mean innate ability or developed skill?

   Chapter 5 - 1. from Report of the Massachusetts Board of Education - Questions: When Mann uses the term “intelligence,” does he mean innate ability or developed skill?
4. Describe Mann’s style in this excerpt. In what ways is it appropriate for his audience?

   Chapter 5 - 1. from Report of the Massachusetts Board of Education - Questions: Describe Mann’s style in this excerpt. In what ways is it appropriate for his audience?
5. Identify one claim Mann makes and explain whether you believe it remains true today.

   Chapter 5 - 1. from Report of the Massachusetts Board of Education - Questions: Identify one claim Mann makes and explain whether you believe it remains true today.