Quiz on Language and Technology

What is a significant barrier for speakers of less widely used languages in accessing digital resources?

• High costs of technology

• Language Barriers

• Lack of interest in technology

• Overabundance of resources

How does language proficiency affect digital literacy?

• It enhances digital literacy

• It has no effect

• It complicates learning

• It simplifies technology use

What is a common issue faced by communities with lower socioeconomic status regarding technology?

• Excessive educational resources

• Overuse of technology

• High levels of digital literacy

• Limited access to technology

Which technology helps bridge communication gaps by converting text from one language to another?

• Machine Translation

• Natural Language Processing

• Voice Assistants

• Language Learning Apps

What is a limitation of machine translation tools like Google Translate?

• They are only available in English

• They require no internet access

• They struggle with nuances and idioms

• They are always accurate

Which technology uses voice commands to interact with users?

• Machine Translation

• Natural Language Processing

• Language Learning Apps

• Translation Technologies

What do businesses use NLP for?

• To create educational resources

• To analyze customer feedback

• To improve internet access

• To develop machine translation

What is a feature of language learning apps like Duolingo?

• They do not consider cultural context

• They focus solely on grammar

• They use gamification for learning

• They are only available in English

What challenge do language technologies face regarding inclusivity?

• They support all languages equally

• They often exclude less commonly spoken languages

• They are only available on mobile devices

• They are too expensive for users

What can perpetuate biases in machine learning algorithms?

• Limited educational resources

• Diverse training data

• Lack of internet access

• Non-native language use