Question

12. Which piece of evidence best supports the argument that Native Americans have poor access

to education?

O Public schools serve reservations.
O Native Americans have the lowest graduation rate in New Mexico.
O The state of New Mexico cannot collect taxes to pay for reservation schools.
O Young people on reservations may choose to attend reservation schools or schools in nearby
communities.

Answer 1

Because of the impoverished economies of many reservations, many Native American children attend underfunded schools. This means their educational opportunities are insufficient—schools, programs, and teachers do not receive adequate funds.

The state of New Mexico cannot collect taxes to pay for reservation schools.

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