Multilingualism
What is it?
The ability to speak more than a native language.
retired
no longer working
Modals
I sing very well
Can
What is the difference between bilingual and multilingual?
Bilingual= knows two languages
Multilingual= knows more than two languages
adult
someone who is no longer a child
What type of verb is used with modals?
A base verb or the simplest form of a verb
Not all countries _______ to manufacture high-quality products.
are able
(infinitive, so we can't use can or could)
Name three benefits of speaking more than one language
-Social
-Professional
-Physical
advantage
having something that makes things easier
What is the negative form for the modals learned this unit (can and could)?
Modals use the negative form of not.
Cannot/ Can't
Couldn't/ Could not
I was alone all morning, so I ______ finish the book.
Was able to
(positive and specific situation)
What disease can learning a new language prevent or reduce risk of?
Alzheimers
field
an area of occupation
Give an example of sentence pattern used for modals.
-MODAL+BASE VERB
-MODAL+SUBJECT+BASE VERB?
-SUBJECT+MODAL+BASE VERB
What expression do we use when trying to be more formal and express ability/possibility?
Be able to and conjugations
What percentage of the world is able to speak more than one language?
Around 50%
mayority
more than 50 %
What is the grammar name for when the "to-form" is used before a base verb?
For example: I love to eat.
Infinitives
Explain the rules for the use of could
Could is often for past tense
Can be used in all negative situations
Can be used only in positive and general situations