Language acquisition

Which of the following statements best distinguishes the Interactionist approach from the Behaviorist and Nativist theories of language acquisition?

• Language is acquired solely through imitation and reinforcement.
  

• Humans are born with an innate ability to acquire language, such as a language acquisition sevice(LAD)

• Language Development results from both biological predispositions and the influence of social interaction.

• Language learning is a passive process driven bu environmental stimuli.

At which stage of first language acquisition is a child most likely to say utterances like “Daddy go” or “More juice”?

• Babbling stage

• Holophrastic stage

• Two-word stage

• Telegraphic stage

According to Krashen’s Input Hypothesis, which of the following best describes the type of input necessary for effective language acquisition?

• Input that focuses on explicit grammar rules and corrective feedback

• Input that is just slightly above the learner’s current level of competence (i + 1)

• Input that is limited to the learner’s native language and cultural context

• Input that emphasizes repetition and memorization of vocabulary

According to Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory, which of the following best illustrates the role of social interaction in language development?

• A child discovers grammar rules independently through trial and error.

• A learner imitates native speakers without engaging in meaningful conversation.

• A teacher provides structured input without allowing student interaction.

• A child improves language skills through guided support from a more knowledgeable peer or adult.

Which of the following best describes the "Ideal L2 Self" in Dörnyei’s L2 Motivational Self System?

• The version of oneself that is fluent in the L2 and aspires to become in the future

• The image others expect a learner to live up to in language learning

• The fear of not meeting one's language learning goals

• The identity shaped solely by classroom performance

What does the "Ought-to L2 Self" represent in Dörnyei’s theory?

• Internal desires for mastery and enjoyment of the L2

• The learner’s ideal self as a global speaker

• External pressures and expectations to learn the L2

• Natural talent in language learning

Which component of Dörnyei’s L2 Motivational Self System is most influenced by the learning environment, teaching quality, and curriculum?

• İdeal L2 Self

• Ought-to L2 self

• L2 learning experience

• L2 anxiety response

A student is highly motivated to learn English because she imagines herself traveling the world and speaking fluently. According to Dörnyei, which self-image is motivating her?

• L2 learning experience

• Ought-to L2 self

• Actual L2 self

• İdeal L2 self

Which of the following would most likely weaken the impact of the "Ideal L2 Self" on motivation?

• Strong emotional connection to the target language

• Clear visualization of oneself as a competent L2 speaker

• Lack of belief that the ideal self is achievable

• Supportive learning environment

According to Dörnyei, how can teachers help students strengthen their Ideal L2 Self?

• By focusing only on grammar accuracy and testing

• By encouraging reflection and vision-building activities

• By reducing interaction and focusing on independent learning

• By emphasizing only the ought-to self and parental expectations