Exercise 4. Discussion

1. Name the main stages of English schooling and say if they correspond to the stages of schooling in our country.

2. Discuss the idea of streaming young children and of the Eleven Plus examination.

3. Speak on differences in education provided by different types of school in Britain. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each type.

4. Say if you are for or against private educational establishments. Give you reasons.

Exercise 5. Make up a summary of the text using the following scheme.

TEXT 3

HIGHER EDUCATION

IN GREAT BRITAIN