Inglês 11.º Ano 2021: Conectores e Coerência Textual (2.ª Fase)

6.
Read the following paragraph about the benefits of learning a language.
Three sentences have been removed from it.
From sentences 1) to 5), choose the one which fits each gap a) to c).
Two of the sentences do not apply.
Write only the letters and the numbers.
Paragraph text:
Studies have shown that learning a foreign language has positive benefits for our minds.
a) A study found that a person fluent in more than one language is better at remembering facts than those who only speak their native language.
b) Secondly, learning a new language can also increase your attention span.
c) That is, learning languages can help your brain to maintain a higher level of concentration for longer.
Options:
1) According to experts, you'll be able to stay focused for longer periods of time.
2) Bilingual people usually have the chance to use the language every day, so they don't forget it easily.
3) To begin with, it deeply improves our memory as we need to learn new words and patterns.
4) This happens because they tend to develop their working memory, which deals with processing and storing information.
5) When you are open to learning a foreign language, you have the chance to broaden your communication skills.

Chave: a) - 3); b) – 4); c) – 1).