Second Language Acquisition Quiz

What does the term 'acquisition' refer to in language learning?

• Conscious memorization of vocabulary

• Gradual development of language ability through use

• Learning grammar rules in isolation

• Studying language in a classroom setting

What is the primary difference between 'EFL' and 'ESL'?

• EFL is learned in a non-native environment.

• ESL is learned in a classroom only.

• EFL is learned in a community where it is spoken.

• ESL is learned in a foreign language setting.

What is meant by 'negative transfer'?

• Using L1 features that help in L2 learning

• Learning L2 without any influence from L1

• Using L1 features that hinder L2 understanding

• Transferring vocabulary from L1 to L2

Which of the following is a characteristic of the grammar-translation method?

• Emphasis on spoken language

• Focus on vocabulary lists and grammar rules

• Use of communicative activities

• Encouragement of natural language use

What does 'communicative competence' include?

• Only grammatical competence

• Grammatical, sociolinguistic, and strategic competence

• Only sociolinguistic competence

• Only strategic competence

What is the 'output hypothesis' in L2 studies?

• The theory that errors should be avoided

• The belief that producing language helps in learning

• The concept that grammar must be taught first

• The idea that input is more important than output

What is a common barrier to L2 acquisition for adults?

• Lack of exposure to the language

• Too much interaction with native speakers

• High levels of motivation

• Natural language use in childhood

What does 'interlanguage' refer to?

• A fixed set of L2 expressions

• A type of language error

• A transitional language system in L2 learning

• A method of teaching L2

What is the role of 'input' in L2 learning?

• It is the language produced by the learner.

• It is the language the learner is exposed to.

• It refers to the errors made by the learner.

• It is the feedback given by teachers.

What is a characteristic of the audiolingual method?

• Focus on reading and writing

• Encouragement of creative language use

• Emphasis on memorization of vocabulary

• Use of drills and repetition