[B+] Raising Bilingual Children

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feasible

[ 'fee-zuh-buhl ]

adjective

- possible to do or achieve; capable of being accomplished

Despite the challenging circumstances, the team came up with a feasible plan to complete the project on time.

opt

[ opt ]

verb

- choosing or selecting something from among several options

After much consideration, she is opting for the vegetarian option on the menu.

devise

[ dih-'vahyz ]

verb

- to plan, create, or invent something, typically a strategy or a solution

The team gathered to devise a new marketing campaign to attract more customers.

simultaneous

[ sahy-muhl-‘tey-nee-uhs, sim-uhl- ]

adjective

- happening, existing, or done at the same time

The conference will have simultaneous translation for attendees who speak different languages.

proficiency

[ pruh-‘fish-uhn-see ]

noun

- a high level of skill, competence, or knowledge in a particular area.

She demonstrated her proficiency in playing the piano by performing a complex piece flawlessly.

LET'S READ! 📖

Direction: Read the passage aloud. Then, read it silently.

Raising Bilingual Children

Let's Read

COMPREHENSION CHECK 🧠 A. Directions: Identify if the statements are TRUE of FALSE. If the statement is FALSE, provide the correct answer.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Raising bilingual children is becoming increasingly appealing and feasible for families in today's global village.
Consistency in early language learning is sequential, and mixing languages in conversations may excuse young children.
Childhood bilingualism can only occur through simultaneous learning, involving acquiring two languages at once.
Bilingualism achieved when a child can understand two languages but only speaks one is considered successful bilingualism.
To ensure successful bilingual language development, families need to devise a well-thought-out "language plan."

B. Direction: Answer the following questions based on the article.

What is essential for achieving successful bilingualism?
How does the concept of bilingualism vary among families?
What can families do to ensure successful bilingual language development?
How can parents foster balanced bilingual development?
What is emphasized to facilitate language acquisition?

C. Direction: Match the words in column A with their synonyms in column B.

A	B
1. appealing	a. possible
2. feasible	b. attractive
3. advantages	c. encourage
4. emphasize	d. highlight
5. foster	e. benefits