COMPREHENSION I
1. Homework, has, for long been the root of parent-student strife, leaving some parents
elementary school students wondering if
it's worth it. The answer, experts say, is complicate
Some say that appropriate
home work in the right amount, can enhance younger studen
learning and
prepare them for a routine of studying as they get older. Others say homew
has little to do with academic achievement in elementary school, and can get in the way
activities like spending time with family and much needed downtime for over schedu
students
2. Many students say that after spending nearly eight hours in school, their mind and bod-
completely exhausted. Most adults work similar lengths of time at work and come
exhausted. Yet, they don't understand how difficult it is to remain focused after school h