The gap in educational attainment between blacks and whites has narrowed considerably since the beginning of the twentieth century, mainly as a result of the __________.
a. discontinuation of achievement tests
b. infusion of federal monies to support African American education
c. increase in the minimum amount of education received by almost all Americans
d. modified admission standards
Question 2
Approximately how many people live below the poverty line?
a. 45 million
b. 36 million
c. 22 million
d. 15 million
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