Question

people who are part of the english plus movement, however, say that this argument is invalid. they note that studies show that teaching in two languages can improve students writing skills, creativity, and sense of belonging. they argue that all students in the u.s. should learn english. but they also encourage young immigrants to keep and celebrate their native languages and cultures.

which two pieces of evidence from the text, taken together, best support that inference that people on both sides of the debate want bilingual students to be successful in the u.s.?

choose all answers that apply:

a \this issue has caused contentious debate in the u.s.\

b \these are rules that say english should be the only language used in schools.\

c \supporters argue that these rules help bilingual students learn english faster and do better in school.\

d \people who are part of the english plus movement, however, say that this argument is invalid.\

e \they note that studies show that teaching in two languages can improve students writing skills, creativity, and sense of belonging.\

Explanation:

Analyze the target inference

The goal is to find two pieces of evidence showing that both sides of the debate want bilingual students to succeed in the U.S. We need one quote representing the "English-only" rules side and one representing the "English Plus" side, both focusing on student success.

Evaluate the first side (English-only rules)

Using Reading Comprehension, we look for evidence about the supporters of English-only rules. Option C states: "Supporters argue that these rules help bilingual students learn English faster and do better in school." This directly shows their goal is for these students to do well academically.

Evaluate the second side (English Plus)

Using Textual Inference, we look for evidence about the English Plus movement. Option E states: "They note that studies show that teaching in two languages can improve students' writing skills, creativity, and sense of belonging." This shows their goal is to improve students' skills and well-being.

Confirm the combination

Together, Options C and E demonstrate that both sides of the debate are motivated by a desire to help bilingual students succeed, though they disagree on the best method.

Answer:

• (A) "This issue has caused contentious debate in the U.S."
• (B) "These are rules that say English should be the only language used in schools."</mcq-correct>
• (C) "Supporters argue that these rules help bilingual students learn English faster and do better in school." (Correct answer)

<mcq-option>(D) "People who are part of the English Plus movement, however, say that this argument is invalid."

• (E) "They note that studies show that teaching in two languages can improve students' writing skills, creativity, and sense of belonging." (Correct answer)