Praxis II: PLT K-6 Exam Prep

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For what purpose was the first normal school established in Massachusetts in 1839?

  1. Training teachers
  2. Training lawyers
  3. Educating immigrants
  4. Preparing religious ministers
Explanation

Answer: A - The first normal school was established in Massachusetts in 1839 to train teachers. Due to the increasing number of common schools, there was a correlated increase in the need for adequately trained teachers. The first normal school is now known as Framingham State College.

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