Second Language Acquisition Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a key factor influencing second language acquisition?

• Age of the learner

• Native language proficiency in math

• Motivation and attitude

• Learning environment

The 'critical period hypothesis' suggests that:

• Second language acquisition is impossible after a certain age.

• Learners acquire languages more easily before a certain age.

• Second language learners should focus on critical vocabulary first.

• Critical thinking skills are essential for language learning.

What is the 'input hypothesis' in second language acquisition?

• Learners must actively seek out language input.

• Learners need to be exposed to comprehensible language input.

• Learners must be given explicit grammar rules.

• Learners should focus on input that is relevant to their interests.

Which of the following is an example of 'interlanguage'?

• A learner using a dictionary to look up unfamiliar words.

• A learner using a grammatically incorrect sentence structure that is influenced by their native language.

• A learner repeating a phrase after the teacher.

• A learner using a language learning app.

What is the role of 'output' in second language acquisition?

• Output is only important for speaking and writing skills.

• Output helps learners to test and refine their understanding of the language.

• Output should be avoided until learners have a strong foundation in grammar.

• Output is only useful in formal learning settings.

Which of the following is an example of 'scaffolding' in second language acquisition?

• Providing learners with a list of vocabulary words to memorize.

• Providing learners with simplified language input and gradually increasing the complexity.

• Requiring learners to complete a language proficiency test.

• Encouraging learners to use their native language in class.

What is the 'comprehensible output hypothesis'?

• Learners must produce comprehensible output in order to learn.

• Learners need to produce output that is understood by others in order to learn.

• Learners should focus on producing grammatically correct output.

• Output should be assessed regularly to monitor progress.

What is the 'interaction hypothesis'?

• Learners should interact with native speakers as much as possible.

• Interaction with other learners can facilitate language acquisition.

• Interaction should be limited to formal classroom settings.

• Interaction is only beneficial for advanced learners.

Which of the following is NOT a common error made by second language learners?

• Using the wrong tense.

• Using incorrect word order.

• Using the wrong articles (a, an, the).

• Using the wrong pronunciation.

What is the 'noticing hypothesis'?

• Learners must be consciously aware of language features in order to acquire them.

• Learners must pay attention to the language they are exposed to in order to learn it.

• Learners should be given explicit grammar rules to help them notice language features.

• Learners should focus on noticing the most common language features.