ESL T35- Writing component 1

A common challenge for L2 learners related to Grammatical Competence is ____________ confusion, including issues such as subject-verb agreement and tense inconsistency.

• Vocabulary

• Structure

• Grammar

• Discourse

A problem in Discourse Competence is the poor use of ____________________, such as incorrectly used transitions or unclear pronoun references.

• Grammar

• Socio-linguistics

• Linking devices

• Strategies

Second language learners may not be suitable for tone, form, and audience due to issues in __________ competence.

• Grammar

• Discourse

• Socio-linguistic

• Strategy

Direct translation, where learners rely on L1 structure, is a common issue related to __________ competence.

• Grammar

• Discourse

• Socio-linguistics

• Strategies

Issues with spelling and punctuation, such as incorrect capitalization or missing commas, belong to __________ Competence.

• Grammar

• Discourse

• Socio-linguistics

• Strategies

Which statement is CORRECT about the challenges of Grammar Proficiency for L2 learners?

• L2 learners often have a rich range of vocabulary and structures, leading to repetitive phrases.

• Limited language resources, such as a lack of vocabulary and structures, are common challenges.

• Grammatical confusion mainly relates to issues with verb conjugation in isolation.

• Spelling and punctuation issues are often insignificant for L2 learners.

Which statement is TRUE about issues in Discourse Competence?

• Strong thesis statements and clear topic sentences are signs of poor discourse competence.

• Lack of logical flow is a common structural issue in discourse competence.

• Using too many linking devices is not considered a problem in discourse competence.

• Cognitive genre issues mainly relate to the use of too many vivid details in descriptive writing.

Which statement is FALSE about Language Social Competence?

• L2 learners may struggle to adjust their writing for different tones and audiences.

• The culture of L2 learners can influence their approach to writing tasks.

• Teachers should encourage any awareness of cultural differences in writing to promote uniformity.

• Clear writing models can help teachers address issues of language social competence.

Which statement is CORRECT about Strategic Competence issues?

• Anxiety in writing often encourages learners to take more risks and use complex structures.

• Students with writing anxiety often avoid risks and use safe, simple structures.

• Strategy modification skills mainly involve correcting spelling errors.

• Direct translation from L1 often leads to natural and clear sentences in L2.

One common challenge for L2 learners in Grammatical Competence is _______________, which can manifest as issues with subject-verb agreement and tense inconsistency.

Answer explanation

Grammar confusion