Assume That You Have a Friend Who Is Multilingual and Is

question 44

Multiple Choice

Assume that you have a friend who is multilingual and is contemplating whether or not to teach her child both English and Spanish.Based on the research, which of the following should be your response?

• A)"It is generally not recommended to teach multilingualism, as it is too much for the child to handle.Their brains are just not ready for it."
• B)"If you want your son to be multilingual, it is recommended that you wait until he is at least 14 to teach the second language.The brain is further developed at a later age."
• C)"Most of the research for multilingualism is positive.Sometimes children have with syntax; however, it is better to learn a second language sooner than later."
• D)"If you teach your child both English and Spanish, his teacher will become frustrated and take it out on his grades.It is generally not recommended."

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