1.
PART A: Which statement identifies the central idea of the text?

A
Teachers should understand that some students come from difficult backgrounds, and teachers should support them more.
B
President Obama wants students to focus on education like he did so they will have the knowledge they need to run the country one day.
C
By getting a good education, students can avoid repeating the same mistakes their parents made that prevented them from meeting their potential.
D
Focusing on education, despite any challenges one may face, is a personal responsibility and the key to the nation’s future success.