
Unit 2. Second language learning_How languages are learned

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Lucía Bejerano
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is second language acquisition?
The process of learning a new language only in adulthood.
The process of learning a new language with prior knowledge of at least one language.
The process of learning a new language without having contact with native speakers.
The process of learning a new language without prior knowledge of any other language.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why can prior knowledge of other languages be an advantage for second language learners?
Because it allows them to better understand the grammar of the new language.
Because it gives them an idea of how languages work in general.
Because it helps them avoid making mistakes in the new language.
Because it facilitates the acquisition of vocabulary in the new language.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What skills allow second language learners to solve problems and engage in discussions about language?
Social and emotional skills.
Motor skills and coordination.
Memory and attention skills.
Cognitive maturity and metalinguistic awareness.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do some theorists suggest that cognitive skills can interfere with language acquisition?
Why do some theorists suggest that cognitive skills can interfere with language acquisition?
Because they think that cognitive skills can lead to errors in the grammar of the new language.
Because they believe that cognitive skills are specific to language acquisition.
Because they argue that cognitive skills can hinder language acquisition.
Because they believe that cognitive skills are not useful for learning a new language.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the only place where feedback on errors is typically frequent?
Where is the only place where feedback on errors is typically frequent?
In social interaction with native speakers.
In the familiar environment and close friendships.
In the language classroom.
In online learning situations.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the correct statement about the cross-influence between the first language and subsequently learned languages?
The influence is always unidirectional, from the first language to the later languages.
The influence is minimal and has no impact on the acquisition of later languages.
The influence is always negative and causes confusion in learners.
The influence can be bidirectional, affecting both the first language and later languages.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the correct statement about vocabulary growth through reading?
Reading fiction is the best way for students to learn vocabulary.
Vocabulary growth through reading requires little effort and occurs naturally.
Reading scientific texts does not provide opportunities to learn vocabulary related to social interaction.
It is difficult to infer the meaning of a new word from reading if 95% of the other words are not known.
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