The Filter Hypothesis

What is the Affective Filter in Stephen Krashen's theory of second language acquisition?

• A physical barrier to language input

• A metaphorical barrier influenced by emotional factors

• A filter applied to language input by teachers

Which of the following is an emotional factor affecting the Affective Filter?

• Vocabulary knowledge

• High levels of motivation

• Strong listening skills

When the Affective Filter is low, learners are more likely to:

• Block language input

• Filter out comprehensible input

• Acquire the language

How can teachers promote effective language learning according to Krashen's Affective Filter Hypothesis?

• By creating a high-anxiety classroom environment

• By nurturing motivation and self-confidence in students

• By emphasizing the importance of errors in language learning

Which of the following best describes comprehensible input in Krashen's theory?

• Language input that is slightly above the learner's current level

• Language input that is beyond the learner's grasp

• Language input that is completely understood by the learner

What is the role of motivation in the Affective Filter Hypothesis?

• Motivation does not impact the Affective Filter.

• Motivation primarily affects vocabulary acquisition.

• High motivation tends to lower the Affective Filter.

High levels of this, such as the fear of making mistakes, can raise the affective filter and impede language learning because they get worried about failing.

Learners with this tend to have a lower affective filter, allowing them to take risks in language use because they trust in themselves.

Highly motivated learners tend to have a lower affective filter, making them more open to language input.

Last name of the author who developed The Filter Hypothesis