The new curriculum, which is due to be introduced next year, contains plans for pupils to be taught fractions, grammar and how to recite poetry from an early age.

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As the figure has gained national and even international recognition, crowds have gathered outside the cemetery to recite Poe's poetry and steal a glimpse.

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Not only could they add and subtract up to 20, but many could recite Tang and Song dynasty poetry.

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