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Sound Advice for Language Learners
A recent issue of a language learning magazine has consulted a number of experts in the field of second language acquisition. Their advice may prove invaluable for those considering a language course. Ask yourself some basic questions, they suggest. Did you enjoy studying languages at school, for example? Can you really afford the time to learn a language?
First and foremost, you have to be realistic in your goals. If you fail to set achievable aims you are likely to give up. Besides, it is worth knowing that the most expensive courses are not necessarily the best. You should also bear in mind that the quicker you learn a language the more quickly you forget it. Sue Miller, a French teacher, attempted to teach herself German by enrolling on a crash course. Already fluent in three languages, her chances of making progress were high. Two years on she hardly remembers anything. “I should have chosen a regular course in order to have more time for practice and consolidation.”
Sue’s comment is certainly a good piece of advice.
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Which statement about Sue Miller is correct according to paragraph 2?