Kids Learning Foreign Language

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should begin learning a foreign language as soon as they start school. Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.
- What are the advantages of children learning a foreign language?
- What are the disadvantages of children learning a foreign language?
- What age would you suggest children begin learning a foreign language?

Expression	Definition
language	(n) method of human communication He wanted to learn as many languages as possible.
vocabulary	(n) the body of words used in a particular language She studied the vocabulary words for hours.
fluent	(adj) able to express oneself easily or accurately Being fluent in a language takes intention and effort.
bilingual	(adj) speaking two languages fluently Students who learn foreign languages may find it easier to be bilingual.
acquire	(v) buy or obtain for oneself Being able to acquire a language is a valuable skill for students.
master	(v) acquire complete knowledge or skill in something It takes a lot of work to master a language.
brush up on	(expression) to improve, refresh one’s knowledge Since it had been a few years, he had to brush up on his knowledge before the meeting.
start on	(expression) begin right away She was excited to start on the new lessons right away.
pick up on	(expression) learn quickly Kids often pick up on new languages easier than older people.
get the hang of	(expression) learn something easily and quickly Since he had been practicing, he found it easy to get the hang of the sport.

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