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brain research in bilinguals

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Bilingual babies can process language sounds in both languages?

a)

True

b)

False

2.

What is one advantage of being bilingual?

a)

Multitasking

b)

Intelligence

c)

Higher IQ

3.

What is the difference between between one-way and two way dual language programs?

a)

In a one-way models students are only learning in one language and in a two-way students are learning in two languages.

b)

One-way models focus only on learning English, two-way models focus on learning in English and another language.

c)

In a one-way model english learners of the same L1 are learning in native language and English. In a two-way program native-English-speakers are integrated with English learners and they learn in both English and other language.

4.

What is the main difference between the monolingual and the bilingual brain?

a)

the ability to learn

b)

Physical ability

c)

The ability to make decisions

5.

Which is not a symptom and sign of Dementia?

a)

You find yourself struggling to remember recent events or dates

b)

You find yourself ordering 100 pizzas at 3 am

c)

You find yourself forgetting the name of friends or everyday objects

d)

You feel confused, even when you're in a familiar environment

6.

The brains of monolingual seniors are like well-trained athletes, more efficient at getting the job done.

a)

True

b)

False

7.

What is a component of the "Universal Language"

a)

a term to describe the areas of the brain that are used by multiple languages.

b)

Languages with a great amount of linguistic distance are still used by identical areas of the brain

c)

No difference in brain activation between L1 &L2

d)

All of the above

8.

In an MRI neuroimage, which brain has more activation when reading, speaking, and listening?

a)

Monolingual brain

b)

Bilingual brain

9.

What are some positive outcomes of dual language enrichment programs?

a)

Fully closing the achievement gap

b)

Improved student engagement and responsiveness

c)

Greater parent participation

d)

All of the above

10.

What impact does a parents refusal of bilingual education services have?

a)

Students have greater achievement in school

b)

Students are more likely to attend college

c)

High drop-out rates

d)

Students make more friends