The brain and L2 Acquisition (Ellis)

What is the purpose of the chapter"The brain and L2 Acquisition" by Rod Ellis:?

• To explore the relationship between the brain and the process of second language acquisition.

• To provide an overview of the history of second language acquisition research.

• To discuss the role of motivation in second language acquisition.

What are the three theoretical perspectives on L2 acquisition discussed in the chapter?

• Cognitive, behavioral, and nativist.

• Cognitive, social constructivist, and nativist.

• Social constructivist, behaviorist, and cognitive.

What is brain plasticity and how does it relate to L2 acquisition?

• The brain's ability to produce new cells, which is necessary for successful L2

• The brain's ability to resist change, which can make L2 acquisition more difficult.

• he brain's ability to reorganize itself in response to new experiences, which can facilitate L2 acquisition.

What is Broca's aphasia?

• Difficulty with receptive language, such as understanding what others are saying.

• Difficulty with expressive language, such as forming complete sentences or finding the right words.

• Difficulty with reading and writing.

What is Wernicke's aphasia?

• Difficulty with receptive language, such as understanding what others are saying.

• Difficulty with expressive language, such as forming complete sentences or finding the right words.

• Difficulty with reading and writing

What is the impact of individual differences such as working memory capacity on L2 acquisition?

• They have no impact on L2 acquisition

• They can affect the brain's response to L2 input.

• They are not relevant to L2 acquisition.

What are some limitations of neuroimaging techniques such as fMRI in studying the brain mechanisms involved in L2 acquisition?

• They are too expensive to use for research

• They may be difficult to interpret and require careful experimental control.

• They cannot provide accurate information about brain activity.

What is the relationship between language and other cognitive functions, such as memory and attention?

• Language processing relies on other cognitive functions, such as memory and attention.

• Other cognitive functions are not important for language processing.

• There is no relationship between language and other cognitive functions.

What is the primary treatment for aphasia?

• Medication

• Surgery

• Speech therapy