Question

Based on the quote, how does the Department of Education reach its goals?

It gives all responsibility for education to state and local leaders.
It works to support the efforts of state and local leaders.
It relies on other organizations to make new education policy.
It supervises individual districts and schools directly.

Answer 1

It works to support the efforts of state and local leaders.

Reason: the federal Department of Education provides funding, guidance, and assistance rather than taking full control or directly supervising individual districts and schools.