Exercise 3 - Question-to-Passage Matching

Read the short passage. Then choose the statement that is supported by the passage.

The introduction of standardised testing in primary schools was originally intended as a diagnostic tool — a way for teachers to identify which students needed additional support. Over time, however, the function of these tests has shifted considerably. Today, in many countries, they are used to evaluate the schools themselves, with funding and reputation often tied directly to test outcomes. Critics argue that this transformation has narrowed the curriculum, as teachers are pressured to prioritise tested subjects over creative or practical ones.