At a moderate calculation, among a million of persons…
“At a moderate calculation, among a million of persons inhabiting the metropolis, there are, at least, twenty-five thousand children who attend these schools, and cost their parents as many pounds sterling, per annum.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Millions in cities pay high school fees, burdening families heavily.
In simple terms: School fees strain families.
Advocate affordable education.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- parental budgeting
- school board meetings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can modern policy reduce educational costs?
- What alternatives exist for low‑income families?
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