Learning a Second Language

What is English widely used for today?

• Only international trade and diplomacy.

• Newspapers, books, scientific publishing, international telecommunications, international trade, mass entertainment, diplomacy, and the internet.

• Primarily for social media content and travel.

• Exclusively for academic research in non-English speaking countries.

How did the speaker initially learn English?

• Through formal university courses.

• From her parents, who did not speak English.

• By traveling extensively to English-speaking countries.

• By watching English films and social media.

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How does learning a new language affect one's "musical instrument" according to the speaker?

• It makes the instrument easier to play over time.

• It adds new keys to the instrument, making it more elaborate.

• It allows for playing different genres of music.

• It helps in composing original musical pieces.

What were the key criteria the speaker considered when choosing a new hobby during quarantine?

• It had to be a one-person, indoor, and inexpensive activity.

• It had to be a group, outdoor, and costly activity.

• It had to be a challenging, creative, and time-consuming activity.

• It had to be a relaxing, easy, and free activity.