Online platforms have made it easier than ever to practise a foreign language. A learner in a small town can chat with a native speaker on the other side of the world for the price of an internet connection. Apps award points for daily practice and send reminders when a learner has missed a day. Many users report that this keeps them motivated. Teachers, however, warn that points can distract from real progress. A learner may collect hundreds of days of practice and still struggle to hold a simple conversation. Most experts therefore suggest combining an app with speaking to real people, which is harder but far more rewarding.

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C. Using an app together with talking to real people

  1. Step 1: The last sentence suggests combining an app with speaking to real people.
Answer
Using an app together with talking to real people.
Why not the others: The other three go beyond what the passage tells us.

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