Understanding Language Development in Infants

What innate ability do infants have that aids in language learning?

• Ability to read

• Ability to walk

• Innate language learning ability

• Advanced mathematical skills

How do infants from bilingual families typically develop their language skills?

• They only learn one language effectively.

• They grow up fluent in both languages with equal exposure.

• They need special training to learn both languages.

• They develop speech delays.

What is the term used when bilingual children switch between languages depending on the context?

• Code-switching

• Bilingual blending

• Language mixing

• Language confusion

How do bilingual infants' brains differ from monolingual infants' brains in processing language?

• Bilingual brains remain flexible longer.

• Monolingual brains process multiple languages better.

• Monolingual brains are more flexible.

• Bilingual brains solidify connections faster.

What cognitive advantage do bilingual infants have over monolingual infants?

• Better focus and task-switching abilities

• Faster language solidification

• Better physical coordination

• Higher IQ scores