QUESTION 1. Most colleges and universities have a foreign language requirement f

QUESTION 1. Most colleges and universities have a foreign language requirement for graduation. Is this a good idea? Why or why not? What are the advantages of bilingualism or multilingualism? In what ways might bilingualism or multilingualism increase thinking and creativity? Are there any disadvantages?
Of Gardner’s multiple intelligences, which do you believe is your strongest? Your weakest? Discuss your own different types of intelligences.
QUESTION 2. Finally, discuss how external forces and events from the last several months, such as the pandemic (perhaps now an endemic?), sociopolitical unrest, the economy, media and social media, etc., have affected your emotions and motivation. What kinds of emotions have you experienced? How has your motivation been in achieving your short-term or long-term goals? If you have experienced some negative or distressing emotions, you are NOT alone. What have you done or can do to help you manage the more difficult emotions and take care of yourself? Please feel free to share resources that may be helpful for you during this time with your classmates, if you like.