Part 2 Bilingualism and Multilingualism Quiz

What cognitive benefit do bilinguals exhibit in terms of executive function?

• Increased creativity

• Better physical coordination

• Enhanced problem-solving skills

• Improved memory retention

In which area do bilingual individuals show superiority, involving understanding the separation between language structure and meaning?

• Syntax comprehension

• Metalinguistic ability

• Pragmatic language skills

• Phonological development

What is the cognitive benefit of parallel activation of both languages in bilinguals?

• Better language processing

• Enhanced memory recall

• Improved emotional intelligence

• Increased attention span

At what stage do bilingual children reach semantic development earlier than monolingual children?

• 3-4 years earlier

• 1-2 years earlier

• 2-3 years earlier

• 4-5 years earlier

What do bilingual children understand earlier than monolinguals, indicating earlier preparation for literacy acquisition?

• Representational principle

• Syllable segmentation

• Alphabetic principle

• Phonemic awareness

Which country is recognized for its multilingualism with German, French, Italian, and Romansh as official languages in different regions?

• India

• Canada

• Belgium

• Switzerland

In which country are English and French the official languages, reflecting the bilingual nature of the country, particularly in regions like Quebec?

• Belgium

• Switzerland

• Canada

• India

What is the purpose of bilingual education in Chinese schools?

• Developing proficiency in target languages

• Combining Mandarin with a regional language

• Promoting academic skills in a dominant language

• Emphasizing pupils' home language

What is the characteristic of strong forms of language-based frames in bilingual programs?

• Frequent and systematic use of two or more languages for academic purposes

• Sparing use of non-dominant languages for communication

• Limited use of non-dominant languages

• No use of non-dominant languages

What is the focus of linguistic outcomes in bilingual or multilingual programs?

• Developing fully proficient speakers, readers, and writers across various contexts

• Improving proficiency in dominant language

• Diminishing proficiency in home language

• Reducing proficiency in all languages