Only about 20% of Americans consider themselves bilingual or able to hold a conversation in more than one language. Discuss the cultural reasons for why it may be difficult for a native English speaker to become fluent in another language in the United States. Discuss the cultural challenges in learning English as a second language for an immigrant to the United States.

What will be an ideal response?


Varies.

Sociology

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Sociology