105: Learning Journal #9

[James Kim]

As a bilingual myself, I would love to say that I am smarter than most people. However, the reason why I disagree with this slightly is because I believe having the knowledge of being able read, write, and speak in another language is similar to having exceptional knowledge in a particular subject. Also, growing up in a multi-cultural environment, it was easy for me to learn two languages at once. It is extremely beneficial and advantageous in many ways. However, I believe that if anyone else was in my position growing up, he/she will not have a difficult time learning two languages. Of course, this is different if someone grew up knowing only one language and picked up a new language after he/she has matured. This is more difficult so the faster someone learns a new language, I believe the smarter he/she is.