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Practice Reading: Multiple Choice, Single Answer ID: #2882 Happiness
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Read the text and answer the multiple-choice question by selecting the correct response. Only one response is correct.
Those of us who have the happiness of being pupils of the true teachers know what this teacher-taught relation ought to be. A teacher who tries to frighten his students into doing what he wishes does not see that they only obey him while he is there and that as soon as they are out of his sight they will pay no attention to his rules, or even take pleasure in breaking them because they dislike him. But if he draws them to do what he wants because they love him, they will keep his rules even in his absence, and so make his work much easier.

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Option 4: "The wise teacher will gain his ends through love."

Explanation: This option accurately reflects the main idea of the text. The author argues that a teacher who fosters love and respect among students will achieve better results and compliance with rules. This aligns with the text's emphasis on the effectiveness of a loving teacher-student relationship.

Option 1: "The good teacher remembers his own youth, and so can feel with the student who comes to him."

Explanation: This option suggests that a good teacher relates to students by recalling their own experiences. However, the text focuses on the relationship built through love and respect rather than personal memories. Therefore, this option does not align with the main idea presented in the text.

Option 2: "The love of the teacher for his pupil will bring out love from the pupil in turn."

Explanation: While this option touches on the theme of love, it does not encapsulate the main point of the text. The author emphasizes that a teacher's love leads to obedience and respect, rather than just mutual affection. Thus, it is too narrow and does not fully represent the author's argument.

Option 3: "If the teacher loves the student, the question of punishment will never arise."

Explanation: This option implies that love eliminates the need for punishment, which is not the focus of the text. The author discusses how love leads to compliance with rules, but does not state that punishment is irrelevant. Therefore, this option misrepresents the author's main point.

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