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Did you know that learning a second language makes your brain work faster? You might experience higher scores in math and benefit in other ways, too. The guidance counselor may encourage you to take a Spanish or French class next semester. Learning a second language is one of the best decisions you will ever make during your school career! 

How does the writer try to grab the reader's attention?

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by using descriptive language to make the topic more interesting
by using descriptive language to make the topic more interesting

by asking a rhetorical question to make the student want to read more
by asking a rhetorical question to make the student want to read more

by explaining what a foreign language is
by explaining what a foreign language is

by describing a personal experience

by explaining the benefits of learning a second language

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I apologize for the incorrect response. In the passage, the writer tries to grab the reader's attention by stating a surprising or interesting fact, which is that learning a second language makes your brain work faster.

by describing the benefits and advantages of learning a second language

The writer tries to grab the reader's attention by asking a rhetorical question to make the student want to read more. This can be seen in the sentence, "Did you know that learning a second language makes your brain work faster?" By posing this question, the writer aims to pique the reader's curiosity and interest in the topic of learning a second language.