Michael Goes to a French Immersion School Because His Parents

question 5

Multiple Choice

Michael goes to a French immersion school because his parents want him to be proficient in French. According to the recent research, Michael

• A)probably demonstrates greater cognitive flexibility than monolingual peers
• B)is disadvantaged because he has to learn two sets of grammar and vocabulary
• C)more than likely performs below average on standardized intelligence tests
• D)may outperform monolingual students in reading
• E)shows greater cognitive flexibility and better reading skills compared to monolingual students

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