For the Most Part,becoming Bilingual Is ____ to Language Development,and

question 213

Multiple Choice

For the most part,becoming bilingual is ____ to language development,and learning a secondary language ____ with mastering the primary language.

• A) detrimental; interferes
• B) stifling; does not interfere
• C) unfavorable; interferes
• D) favorable; does not interfere

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Definitions:

Early Infancy

Early infancy is the period in a human's life from birth to around 12 months, characterized by rapid developmental changes.

Crib Bilingualism

The phenomenon where infants are exposed to two different languages in their early developmental stages, leading to bilingual language acquisition.

Function Words

Small, less meaningful words in a sentence (like "and," "the," or "in") that contribute to its grammatical structure.

Mental Retardation

An outdated and now insensitive term formerly used to describe individuals with significant limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior.