🎯 Comprehension Activities: TED Talk –
'The Secrets of Learning a New
Language'
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📝 PART 1: True or False
1. Lýdia Machová learns a new language every year.
2. Benny from Ireland speaks from the first day of learning.
3. Lucas had two people talk to each other on Skype without knowing it.
4. All polyglots use the same learning method.
5. Lýdia learned Spanish by reading a Harry Potter textbook.
6. Watching the series 'Friends' helped her learn German.
7. Polyglots always learn quickly because they are born talented.
8. Benny and Lucas both failed language learning in school.
✍️PART 2: Short Answer
1. What is the most important thing polyglots have in common?
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2. Why did Lýdia like reading 'Harry Potter' in Spanish?
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3. What are two effective ways to remember new words long-term?
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4. What does Lýdia say about finding time to study languages?
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5. Why does she believe patience is important in language learning?
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💭 PART 3: Reflection Questions
1. What kind of learning method would be fun for you? (Apps, videos, books, games?)
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2. What do you want to say in English fluently one day?
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3. Do you agree that 'success motivates more learning'? Why?
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✅ BONUS: Vocabulary Match
Match the word with its meaning:
Word Meaning
1. Polyglot a) A person who speaks many languages
2. Method b) A technique or strategy to learn
something
3. System c) A plan or routine for learning
4. Enjoyable d) Something fun or enjoyable