What Is Limited (Subtractive) Bilingualism

question 1

Multiple Choice

What is limited (subtractive) bilingualism?

• A) A learner has lower proficiency in their second language than in their native language.
• B) A learner's first language is gradually replaced by a more dominant and prestigious language.
• C) A learner doesn't have the opportunity to learn the language of the dominant culture.
• D) A learner has limited resources to learn either their first or their second languages.

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Definitions:

Finch Species

A group within the bird family, known for their diversity in beak shapes and sizes, which has been extensively studied in evolutionary biology.

Beak Sizes

Variations in the length, width, and shape of the beaks among bird species, often correlated with their feeding habits and ecological niches.