Recent brain research has found that second language learning later in life ______.

a. involves the same parts of the brain as are used in first language learning
b. must use different parts of the brain than we use when we are first learning language
c. is nearly impossible because the critical period for language development has passed
d. is possible only if Broca’s area is no longer functioning


Ans: A

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Jonathan and Cindy were watching a reality competition show where one of the judges appeared to be of Asian descent. Cindy said, "I hate it when they have foreign judges on these shows. You can't understand it when they speak." Jonathan replied, "I wonder where he is from?" When the judge made his comments he spoke with a clearly Southern accent. When Jonathan wondered where the judge was from he was most likely referring to what?

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What will be an ideal response?

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