lead to failure.
Gladwell examines the history of the U.S. public school system in section 2 (lines 53-115) before
he discusses summer vacation in section 3 (lines 116-221). How do the ideas and information in
section 2 support his discussion in section 3?
Consider the title "Marita's Bargain." Why does Gladwell use the word "bargain" instead of
"agreement" or "deal?" Explain how the connotation of the word "bargain" helps to reinforce
readers' understanding of Gladwell's perspective on the KIPP Academy.
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