Mayan Language and Education Quiz

What language do Monica and her family speak at home?

• French

• Kachiquel

• English

• Spanish

Approximately how many different Mayan languages are spoken in Guatemala?

• 20

• 26

• 15

• 10

What was the sole language taught in schools in Guatemala since the 16th century?

• English

• French

• Spanish

• Portuguese

What is UNICEF committed to in terms of education for indigenous children?

• Physical education

• Art education

• Bilingual education

• Music education

What is the main benefit of children learning in their native language according to UNICEF?

• Better understanding of history

• Development of potential

• Improved physical health

• Enhanced creativity

What is the main reason Teresa Jamil is happy to be a bilingual teacher?

• Seeing children understand Spanish

• More vacation days

• Teaching in her native language

• Higher salary

What does understanding the teacher in school mean for the students according to the text?

• Better grades

• Learning more languages

• Enjoying school

• Avoiding poverty

What does Monica want to be when she grows up?

• Engineer

• Doctor

• Teacher

• Artist