The importance of bilingualism

Why will translation technology never replace human interactions?

• Because translation technology is fast and efficient.

• Because the words we speak are only 7% of communication.

• Because translation technology is perfect.

• Because computers can encode emotions and spontaneity.

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Why is it important to learn a new language in a connected world?

• To open doors to jobs that require another language.

• To improve working memory.

• To delay Alzheimer's disease.

• To be able to communicate with more clients.

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What health benefit has been found in bilingual individuals?

• Better working memory.

• Better attention.

• Better gray matter density in the brain.

• Better stroke recovery ability.

What percentage of communication is estimated to be non-verbal?

• 100%

• 55%

• 38%

• 7%

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Why is it important to learn simple words in the local language when traveling?

• To impress people with your knowledge of the local language.

• To demonstrate that you don't need to learn another language.

• To connect with people on a more personal level.

• To avoid using translation technology.

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What has been found in brain scans of bilingual people?

• Greater white matter density in the brain.

• Better maintenance of gray matter during aging.

• Better stroke recovery capacity.

• Better decision-making ability.

Why would someone who speaks two or more languages always be hired over someone who speaks only one language?

• Because there are not enough speakers of a single language.

• Because it is considered a valuable and difficult skill to achieve.

• Because learning a new language is more difficult.

• Because it is cheaper to hire a bilingual person.

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What can be achieved by learning a new language according to the text?

• Connect with people from all over the world.

• Understand your own native language better.

• Improve translation technology.

• Learn to code emotions into a computer.

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What can you obtain when leaving your own bubble according to the text?

• What can you get when you leave your own bubble according to the text?

• A better understanding of your own culture.

• A superficial understanding of other languages.

• A limited view of the world.

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Why is it important to learn a new language in the job market?

• To avoid the need for translators.

• To limit your job opportunities.

• To be hired in jobs that require another language.

• To demonstrate that you don't need to learn another language.

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