1 Learning a second language as an adult is difficult.
But the process may be eased if you exercise while learning.
A new study reports that working out during a language class
4 amplifies people’s ability to memorize, retain and understand
new vocabulary. The findings provide more evidence that to
activate our minds, we should move our bodies.
7 Many scientists suspect that exercise alters the biology
of the brain in ways that make it more malleable and receptive
to new information, a process that scientists refer to as
10 plasticity.
However, these studies do not suggest that schools or
teachers should buy bicycles for students to exercise during
13 class. A simpler message may be that instruction should be
alternated with physical activity. Sitting for hours and hours
without moving is not the best way to learn.
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Based on the text above, judge the following items.
The word “amplifies” (l.4) could be correctly replaced by increases.