Finn's Journey to Learning English

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What was Finn's experience when he first heard English?

He found it difficult to follow the conversation. (correct)
He could speak fluently.
He understood some words.
He felt excited and happy.

What motivated Finn to start learning English?

He wanted to understand TV shows. (correct)
He wanted to impress his friends.
He was forced by his teacher.
He wanted to write stories.

How did Finn feel about speaking English in school initially?

Excited and eager to learn.
Afraid and worried about making mistakes. (correct)
Indifferent and uninterested.
Confident and ready to participate.

What did Finn do to improve his English skills?

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Which of these experiences contributed to Finn's initial struggle with English?

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Language barrier

When someone cannot understand a language, they have a language barrier. It prevents effective communication.

Feeling lost and confused

When someone doesn't understand the language spoken around them, they can feel lost and confused. They may not understand what others are saying or how to respond.

Motivation to learn

The desire and willpower to acquire a new skill, like a language. It drives someone to put in effort and overcome challenges.

Overcoming fear

Facing a fear of making mistakes and pushing through to communicate, even if it's difficult at first.

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The power of practice

Consistent effort and repeated exposure to a language lead to improvement and fluency.

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Study Notes

Learning English

The author, Finn, initially struggled to understand English. Words sounded unfamiliar and he felt lost.
Finn's journey began with recognizing the desire to learn English.
He saw English as a key to understanding the world around him, TV shows, and interacting with friends.
The initial encounter with English was through TV, where characters spoke in an incomprehensible language for him.
At school, class subjects like English presented challenges; words on the board sounded meaningless, and he felt intimidated by the language.
Finn's classmates' facility with the language contrasted with his inability to grasp it, making him feel hesitant to speak.
Fear of making mistakes and being ridiculed contributed to his initial discomfort with the language.
Despite the initial struggle, the author resolved to learn English. His determination and effort led to gaining proficiency in the language.