📚 Part 1: Language Facts Comprehension

1. According to the text, approximately how many languages are spoken in the world today?

About 700 languages

About 7,000 languages

About 70,000 languages

About 700,000 languages

2. Which of these are benefits of learning a new language? (Tick all that apply)

Understanding different cultures

Improving problem-solving skills

Better multitasking abilities

Learning to drive faster

3. What is one of the official languages of New Zealand mentioned in the text?

The _____________ language is one of the official languages of New Zealand.

4. True or False: English is spoken by more people as a second language than as a first language.

True

False

💭 Part 2: Planning Your Opinion

5. Which language do you think you should learn? Write your opinion clearly.

I think I should learn _________________________ because:

6. List three reasons why you should learn this language. Use linking words like "because", "for example", or "also".

Reason 1:

Reason 2:

Reason 3:

7. Write a concluding sentence that summarises your opinion.

8. Now write your complete opinion paragraph. Include your opinion statement, your three reasons with linking words, and your conclusion.

9. Reflection: What was the most interesting language fact you learned today?