A major objection raised by critics of the requirement to wear uniform

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A major objection raised by critics of the requirement to wear uniforms in schools is that by asking students to conform to a dress-code, the requirement in effect hampers their individuality, thereby significantly limiting their opportunities to express themselves. However, such critics fail to understand that the requirement actually benefits students as it can cultivate mutual respect and discipline in them. As regards individuality, studies have shown that the real outlets for students to express themselves in schools are _______.

Which of the following logically completes the above argument?

(A) platforms such as social-networking sites and autobiographical blogs.

(B) various out of school voluntary-work activities that showcase students’ individual interests.

(C) activities involving group work such as organizing sporting events, picnics etc.

(D) standardized school exams that are objective and hence, fair to all students.

(E) mediums such as their schoolwork involving creative writing, debates etc.

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wadhwakaran · Answer

A school has a dress code.
Critics of dress code: They claim that it hampers students' individuality and limits their opportunity to express themselves. 
Author: Dress Code benefits students as it can cultivate mutual respect and discipline in them.
Why author says dress code requirement cultivates mutual respect among students?
Because it provides them with the same ground. All the rich and poor are same with this requirement.

Now author says As regards individuality, studies have shown that the real outlets for students to express themselves in schools are _______.
Author believes in outshining others on the same field. Therefore option D.

RenB · Answer

A major objection raised by critics of the requirement to wear uniforms in schools is that by asking students to conform to a dress-code, the requirement in effect hampers their individuality, thereby significantly limiting their opportunities to express themselves. However, such critics fail to understand that the requirement actually benefits students as it can cultivate mutual respect and discipline in them. As regards individuality, studies have shown that the real outlets for students to express themselves in schools are _______.

Which of the following logically completes the above argument?

(A) platforms such as social-networking sites and autobiographical blogs.

(B) various out of school voluntary-work activities that showcase students’ individual interests.

(C) activities involving group work such as organizing sporting events, picnics etc.

(D) standardized school exams that are objective and hence, fair to all students.

(E) mediums such as their schoolwork involving creative writing, debates etc.

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I chose C considering it can not only aid individuality, but also aid the reasoning (mutual respect- suggesting social and group skills) supporting the use of uniforms, It is very well possible that it is in these group activities that one can express their individual ideas and develop the sense of individuality. 
Option E is specifically linked to the uniform reasoning. C does it better.
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KarishmaB · Answer

Option (C) seems to go against the intent of "displaying individuality" since it talks about "group activities." 
Sure group activities teach essential skills but group activities lead to appreciation of teamwork; they do not bring individual capability to the fore.

Option (E) makes more sense since it talks about "creative writing, debates" etc - activities in which individuals shine. Hence they would be perfect outlets for expressing individuality.

The point is how individuality can be expressed. It has nothing to do with wearing uniforms. Note the last line: 
As regards  individuality , studies have shown that  the real outlets for students to express themselves  in schools are _______.

MihirBathia · Answer

Am I right for selecting option E because the required situation has to be in the school? Otherwise I was confused with all options except D. Since we are needed to show an outlet (for expressing themselves) in the school, only E mentioned that explicitly. Please correct me if I am wrong.

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