Second Language learning and Teaching

What are the three primary disciplinary perspectives on Second Language Acquisition?

• A. Linguistic, Psychological and social

• B. Linguistic, Psychological and mathematical

• C. Social, historical, and cultural

• D) Structural, functional, and interpretive

What aspect of SLA does the linguistic perspective primarily focus on?

• A. The “why” of SLA

• B. The “how” of SLA

• C. The “what” of SLA

• D. The “who” of SLA

Which perspective in SLA emphasizes the mental processes involved in learning?

• A. Linguistic

• B. Social

• C. Cognitive

• D. Psychological

According to the social perspective, what factors influence language learning?

• A. Syntax, vocabulary, and grammar

• B. Social identity, cultural integration, and motivation

• C. Age, gender, and social class

• D. Family, religion, and education

What is meant by "pragmatic competence" in SLA?

• A. Using language for technical and professional purposes

• B. Understanding and using language appropriately in social contexts

• C. Achieving fluency in the L2

• D. Memorizing grammar rules

How does prior knowledge of L1 influence L2 acquisition?

• A. It has no effect on L2 learning

• B. It limits the ability to learn L2

• C. Learners use L1 structures to interpret new L2 language input

• D. It accelerates L2 fluency without any difficulty

What role does "language input" play in L2 acquisition?

• A. It helps learners memorize vocabulary

• B. It provides data for learners to develop language proficiency

• C. It hinders learning due to overload

• D. It eliminates the need for interaction

Why is "interaction" important in the process of L2 learning?

• A. It discourages students from making mistakes

• B. It offers practice, feedback, and helps learners negotiate meaning

• C. It reduces the need for language input

• D. It is only important for advanced learners

What is "automatization" in the context of SLA?

• A. Memorizing vocabulary lists

• B. Relying on translation to understand L2

• C. Developing efficiency in language processing through practice

• D. Focusing on grammar only

How does age affect L2 learning?

• A. Only younger learners can achieve fluency

• B. Younger learners benefit from brain plasticity; older learners from analytical skills

• C. Older learners cannot learn an L2

• D. Age has no effect on L2 learning