Motivation (SLA) Quiz

1. What is the main purpose of the AMTB in language learning?

• A. To assess grammar and vocabulary knowledge

• B. To measure motivation and attitudes

• C. To evaluate speaking and listening skills

• D. To test reading comprehension

2. In the AMTB, what does “effort” primarily refer to?

• A. The amount of grammar a learner knows

• B. The energy and time a learner puts into studying

• C. The size of the learner’s vocabulary

• D. How much a learner enjoys social interactions

3. What does the “enjoyment” component in the AMTB primarily measure?

• A. How well a learner performs on tests

• B. The level of happiness or pleasure a learner experiences while learning the language

• C. The learner’s overall comfort in speaking the language

• D. The practical reasons a learner has for studying the language

4. What does "language anxiety" measure in the AMTB?

• A. How comfortable a learner feels when using the language

• B. How quickly a learner picks up vocabulary

• C. How many hours a learner studies each day

• D. How much interest a learner has in the language's culture

5. In the L2 Motivational Self System, the "ideal L2 self" refers to:

• a. The academic expectations of a language learner

• b. A learner’s image of themselves as successful language users

• c. The social norms in a language classroom

• d. The practical utility of learning a second language

6. Which component of the L2 Motivational Self System is related to how learners see their abilities in comparison to others' expectations?

• a. Ideal L2 self

• b. Integrativeness

• c. Extrinsic motivation

• d. Ought-to L2 self

7. The L2 Motivational Self System was developed by?

• a. Robert Gardner

• b. Zoltán Dörnyei

• c. Stephen Krashen

• d. Lev Vygotsky

8. Which of the following is NOT a component of the L2 Motivational Self System?

• a. Ideal L2 Self

• b. Ought-to L2 Self

• c. L2 Learning Experience

• d. Linguistic Ego

9. What is meant by Self-Determination Theory (SDT) according to Deci and Ryan?

• A. A theory about intellectual development in language education.

• B. A psychological framework for understanding human motivation that emphasizes the importance of achieving self-determined goals.

• C. A theory about the importance of language learning through physical exercise.

• D. A theory about reducing stress levels in language learning.

10. In the context of second language acquisition (SLA), what is the main difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?

• A. Intrinsic motivation is driven by external rewards, while extrinsic motivation is driven by personal enjoyment.

• B. Intrinsic motivation is driven by personal enjoyment and interest, while extrinsic motivation comes from external rewards or social goals.

• C. Extrinsic motivation only applies to beginners, while intrinsic motivation applies to all levels.

• D. Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation have no effect on language learning.