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Mini-Quiz: Why You Should Learn a Foreign Language

by Brent Van Arsdell, Editor of Language101.com
You can learn Russian, Spanish, French or German at Language101.com

Take this Mini-Quiz to check your understanding of the lesson material.

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1. What happens when you say a few words to people in their language?

They are pleased and friendly to you

They get scared and run away from you

No one is really sure about it

2. Are other cultures important?

Not really

It depends on the culture

Yes, all cultures have value

3. What value is there in knowing foreign languages?

It is only useful if you plan to move to that country

You are better able to communicate with people

It helps to fool people

If you got all three correct, you are on your way to becoming a Champion in Getting Good Grades. If you had problems, you had better look over the material again.

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Getting Good Grades

Mini-Quiz: Why You Should Learn a Foreign Language

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Good Grades topics

• Overview of Getting Good Grades

Seeking good grades

• Reasons to Seek Good Grades
• Factors in Determining Your Grades
• Having Fun in School
• Reasons Students Get Poor Grades
• Avoid Getting Failing Grades
• Cheating to Get a Better Grade

Absorbing information

• Taking Notes in Class
• Using Graphical Outlines
• Texting During Class
• Learn From Observing Others
• Learn by Teaching Others

Dealing with teachers

• When the Teacher is a Jerk
• Getting a Good Teacher
• Class Participation Improves Your Grades

Doing your homework

• Purpose of Homework
• Zip Through Your Homework
• Getting Your Homework Done
• Doing Homework with Friends
• Plagiarism Can Lower Your Grade

Using important skills

• Special Homework Skills
• Reading Faster
• Writing Clearly
• Speak to Your Class with Confidence
• Researching Information

Knowing how to take tests

• Be Good at Taking Tests
• Practice Taking Tests
• Preparing to Take a Test
• Mental Process in Preparing for a Test
• Avoid Goofing Up Tests
• Preparing for the Final Exams

Problems in school

• Being Bullied Can Affect Your Grades
• Protecting Your Books from Thieves
• Characteristics of Hyperactive Students
• Harness Your Hyperactivity

Having champion attitudes

• Become a Champion Student
• Three Levels of a Champion Student
• Being Healthy
• Being Knowledgeable
• Striving for Excellence
• Being Valuable
• Having Good Character in School

Misc. tools

• Speech Writing Aid
• Why Learn a Foreign Language
• Educational Discount on Software

Also see

• Good Grades Survey Results
• Succeed with Good Character
• Succeed in Physical Science
• Succeed in Writing

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