Second Language Acquisition

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What is the process by which a person learns a second language called?

  1. First Language Acquisition

  2. Second Language Acquisition

  3. Bilingualism

  4. Multilingualism


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Second Language Acquisition (SLA) is the process by which a person learns a second language.

What is the critical period hypothesis in SLA?

  1. There is a specific time in childhood when language learning is easiest.

  2. There is no specific time in childhood when language learning is easiest.

  3. Language learning is equally difficult at all ages.

  4. Language learning becomes more difficult as people age.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The critical period hypothesis states that there is a specific time in childhood when language learning is easiest, typically between the ages of 2 and 6.

What is the role of input in SLA?

  1. Input is not necessary for SLA.

  2. Input is necessary for SLA, but it does not have to be comprehensible.

  3. Input is necessary for SLA, and it must be comprehensible.

  4. Input is necessary for SLA, but it does not have to be meaningful.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Input is necessary for SLA, and it must be comprehensible in order for learners to acquire the target language.

What is the role of output in SLA?

  1. Output is not necessary for SLA.

  2. Output is necessary for SLA, but it does not have to be accurate.

  3. Output is necessary for SLA, and it must be accurate.

  4. Output is necessary for SLA, but it does not have to be meaningful.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Output is necessary for SLA, and it must be accurate in order for learners to acquire the target language.

What is the role of interaction in SLA?

  1. Interaction is not necessary for SLA.

  2. Interaction is necessary for SLA, but it does not have to be meaningful.

  3. Interaction is necessary for SLA, and it must be meaningful.

  4. Interaction is necessary for SLA, but it does not have to be with native speakers.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Interaction is necessary for SLA, and it must be meaningful in order for learners to acquire the target language.

What is the role of motivation in SLA?

  1. Motivation is not necessary for SLA.

  2. Motivation is necessary for SLA, but it does not have to be intrinsic.

  3. Motivation is necessary for SLA, and it must be intrinsic.

  4. Motivation is necessary for SLA, but it does not have to be high.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Motivation is necessary for SLA, and it must be intrinsic in order for learners to be successful.

What is the role of anxiety in SLA?

  1. Anxiety is not a factor in SLA.

  2. Anxiety can help SLA.

  3. Anxiety can hinder SLA.

  4. Anxiety has no effect on SLA.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Anxiety can hinder SLA by making it difficult for learners to focus and remember new information.

What is the role of culture in SLA?

  1. Culture is not a factor in SLA.

  2. Culture can help SLA.

  3. Culture can hinder SLA.

  4. Culture has no effect on SLA.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Culture can help SLA by providing learners with insights into the target language and its speakers.

What is the role of age in SLA?

  1. Age is not a factor in SLA.

  2. Children are better at SLA than adults.

  3. Adults are better at SLA than children.

  4. Age has no effect on SLA.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Children are generally better at SLA than adults because they have more neuroplasticity and are more open to new experiences.

What is the role of gender in SLA?

  1. Gender is not a factor in SLA.

  2. Women are better at SLA than men.

  3. Men are better at SLA than women.

  4. Gender has no effect on SLA.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There is no evidence to suggest that gender has any effect on SLA.

What is the role of first language in SLA?

  1. First language is not a factor in SLA.

  2. First language can help SLA.

  3. First language can hinder SLA.

  4. First language has no effect on SLA.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

First language can help SLA by providing learners with a foundation in language learning and by helping them to transfer their knowledge of their first language to the target language.

What is the role of second language learning strategies in SLA?

  1. Second language learning strategies are not necessary for SLA.

  2. Second language learning strategies can help SLA.

  3. Second language learning strategies can hinder SLA.

  4. Second language learning strategies have no effect on SLA.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Second language learning strategies can help SLA by providing learners with tools and techniques for learning the target language.

What is the role of technology in SLA?

  1. Technology is not necessary for SLA.

  2. Technology can help SLA.

  3. Technology can hinder SLA.

  4. Technology has no effect on SLA.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Technology can help SLA by providing learners with access to authentic materials, interactive exercises, and opportunities for communication with native speakers.

What is the role of assessment in SLA?

  1. Assessment is not necessary for SLA.

  2. Assessment can help SLA.

  3. Assessment can hinder SLA.

  4. Assessment has no effect on SLA.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Assessment can help SLA by providing learners with feedback on their progress and by motivating them to learn.

What is the role of the teacher in SLA?

  1. The teacher is not necessary for SLA.

  2. The teacher can help SLA.

  3. The teacher can hinder SLA.

  4. The teacher has no effect on SLA.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The teacher can help SLA by providing learners with instruction, support, and feedback.

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