They spent the first three years of school getting you to pretend stuff and then the rest of it marking you down if you did the same thing.
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In Margaret Atwood's novel "Oryx and Crake," there is a poignant critique of the educational system. The quote highlights the paradox of early childhood education, where children are encouraged to engage in imaginative play and creativity. However, as they progress through school, this same behavior is often discouraged, and they are graded on their ability to conform and provide standardized responses. This reflects a broader commentary on the tension between creativity...
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