Most school systems fail to provide services for gifted underachievers because
a. these students are not readily identified.
b. teachers are unwilling to reward lackluster students with special programs. c. this population is not a funding priority.
d. research findings do not support the effectiveness of such programs.
Question 2
A fact that is becoming increasingly clear about gifted underachievers is that
a. they tend to have a negative self-concept and low self-esteem.
b. they can be identified readily by an observant teacher.
c. their numbers have been increasing by leaps and bounds. d. they cannot change their pattern of behavior.