2023届高三英语三轮复习冲刺押题外刊阅读理解专项训练(72)

2023届高考英语三轮复习·冲刺押题 外刊阅读理解训练72 ——改编自The Risks of Homeschooling 【文章】 In the United States, an increasing number of families are choosing to educate their children at home instead of sending them to school. This practice has become popular, with approximately 3% to 4% of school-age children in the country receiving homeschooling. The number of homeschooled children is equivalent to those in charter schools and larger than those currently attending parochial schools. However, Elizabeth Bartholet, Wasserstein public interest professor of law and faculty director of the Law School's Child Advocacy Program, believes that homeschooled children face risks, including not contributing positively to society. She recommends a presumptive ban on homeschooling, as it violates the child's right to a "meaningful education" and their protection from potential abuse. According to Bartholet, homeschooling can isolate children from society. One benefit of sending children to school at a young age is that teachers are required to report any evidence of child abuse or neglect. The absence of regulations ensuring that homeschooled children receive an education equivalent to that required in public schools also poses a threat to U.S. democracy. Since the start of compulsory education in the country, the government has had some role in educating children so that they can become active members of society. Bartholet argues that education involves giving children the knowledge to eventually get jobs and support themselves. Moreover, it is essential for children to grow up exposed to community values, social values, democratic values, and ideas about nondiscrimination and tolerance of other people's viewpoints. Some European countries like Germany ban homeschooling entirely, whereas countries like France require home visits and annual tests. In summary, while homeschooling has become a popular practice in the United States, there are concerns around the isolation of children and the lack of re