What is the primary reason why bilingualism has generated such heated debates in recent years?
A. Changing demographics
B. Failure of many students to use standard English
C. Increased numbers of students who must take summer school
D. Rising numbers of college freshmen with poor reading skills
Answer:A
What is the primary reason why bilingualism has generated such heated debates in recent years?
A. Changing demographics B. Failure of many students to use standard English C. Increased numbers of students who must take summer school D. Rising numbers of college freshmen with poor reading skills
Explanation: A) Because the number of non-native-speaking students is expected to double (to over five million) by the year 2000, the major reason for the heated debates over bilingualism is changing demographics. [Although the other response choices may also contribute to the debates, changing demographics is the primary reason.]