ELD4 L2.7 The Effects of a Second Language

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What ability did babies from bilingual homes demonstrate according to Janet Werker's research?

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They could distinguish between different languages.

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What conclusion was drawn from the study published in the journal Nature regarding language learning?

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Studying a second language may alter the structure of the human brain.

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What cognitive advantage was found in bilingual children according to Ianco-Worrall's research?

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They were ahead in semantic language development by two to three years.

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What is the 'neurological signature' of bilingualism?

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An expansion of neural activity outside common areas.

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What metaphor was used to describe the brain's capacity for language learning in the past?

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A weighing scale.

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What is bilingualism?

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The ability to speak and understand two languages fluently.

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How does bilingualism affect cognitive flexibility?

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Bilingual individuals often show greater cognitive flexibility, allowing them to switch between tasks more easily.

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What is the critical period hypothesis in language learning?

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The theory that there is a specific time frame in which language acquisition occurs most easily.

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What are the benefits of learning a second language?

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Improved cognitive skills, better problem-solving abilities, and enhanced memory.

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What is code-switching?

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The practice of alternating between two or more languages or dialects in conversation.