2/7: The Advantages of Bilingualism in the Workplace

What percentage of greater job prospects do bilingual individuals enjoy compared to their monolingual peers?

• 35%

• 20%

• 50%

• 10%

What is the salary differential range that bilingual employees can earn compared to their monolingual counterparts?

• 5% to 20%

• 10% to 30%

• 15% to 25%

• 5% to 15%

Which cognitive skills are enhanced in bilingual individuals according to the passage?

• Problem-solving, multitasking, and decision-making

• Time management, creativity, and leadership

• Analytical thinking, memory, and concentration

• Communication, empathy, and negotiation

What percentage of employers rely on bilingual employees according to the passage?

• 90%

• 75%

• 50%

• 60%

Which languages are mentioned as in-demand for bilingual employees?

• Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin), French, and Japanese

• German, Italian, Russian, and Korean

• Arabic, Hindi, Portuguese, and Dutch

• Swedish, Greek, Thai, and Vietnamese

In your opinion, if you are asked to translate for someone in the workplace, do you believe you should be paid extra for doing so?