Flashcards on Global Cultures, Literature, and Media
Global Cultures, Literature, and Media: A Student Guide
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Czech education and local culture
50 cards
Card 1
Question: What is the name and focus of the school described and what two fields is it divided into?
Answer: SSUM — a secondary school of art and management divided into multimedia and management fields.
Card 2
Question: Name three specialties taught in the multimedia field at this school.
Answer: Photography, graphic design, film (and video games).
Card 3
Question: Name three specialties taught in the management field at this school.
Answer: Theatre, music, graphic design.
Card 4
Question: How is the school building described (location, color, floors)?
Answer: In Brno, yellow building with three floors.
Card 5
Question: List examples of different types of specialised classrooms mentioned.
Answer: PC classroom, movie (film) studio, audio studio.
Card 6
Question: What information about graduation is mentioned and what are plans after school?
Answer: Maturita (leaving exam) information is covered and the student has plans after school (no specific plans given).
Card 7
Question: At what age do children typically start primary school in the Czech Republic and how long does it last?
Answer: They start at age 6 and primary school lasts until about 15 (grades 1–9).
Card 8
Question: Is school attendance compulsory in the Czech Republic and how does kindergarten fit in?
Answer: Attendance is compulsory (povinná docházka). Kindergarten attendance is compulsory only in the last year before primary school.
Card 9
Question: What types of primary schools are available in the Czech Republic?
Answer: State schools (free), private schools, church/religious schools, and special schools for handicapped students.
Card 10
Question: Describe the Czech primary school year dates.
Answer: The school year runs from 1 September to 30 June.