Language Learning Theories Quiz

Which language learning theory focuses on real-world communication rather than strict grammar accuracy?

• Second Language Acquisition (SLA)

• Communicative Language Teaching (CLT)

• Constructivism

• Cooperative Learning

Which of the following is an example of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT)?

• Students memorize and recite 20 food-related vocabulary words.

• Students plan a school trip, discussing locations, budget, and activities.

• Students complete a multiple-choice grammar test.

• Students translate a restaurant menu into their native language.

According to Krashen’s Input Hypothesis (i+1), how do students best acquire a second language?

• By being exposed to slightly challenging but understandable input.

• By memorizing grammar rules and vocabulary.

• By avoiding mistakes at all costs.

• By translating words from their first language into the target language.

What is the main goal of the Interaction Hypothesis (Long, 1983)?

• To encourage individual learning with minimal social interaction.

• To help students memorize vocabulary lists.

• To promote language acquisition through conversation and negotiation of meaning.

• To focus on accuracy by using direct grammar instruction.

Which learning theory is based on the idea that students construct knowledge through experiences and interactions?

• Second Language Acquisition (SLA)

• Constructivism

Which of the following is an example of Social Constructivism (Vygotsky, 1978)?

• Students memorize a list of verbs.

• Students individually complete a grammar worksheet.

• Students work together to write and publish a class newspaper.

• Students listen to a recorded lecture without any discussion.

In the Jigsaw Method (Cooperative Learning), what is the main process?

• Each student learns part of a topic and then teaches it to their group.

• Students individually complete a task and compare answers.

• The teacher gives a lecture, and students take notes.

• Each student writes an essay without discussing with peers.

Which of the following best describes the Think-Pair-Share technique in Cooperative Learning?

• Students work alone on a task, then submit it to the teacher.

• Students think about a question, discuss it with a partner, and share their answer with the class.

• Students listen to a teacher’s lecture and take notes.

• Students memorize a dialogue and recite it in front of the class.

If a student enjoys learning through music and rhythm, which intelligence from Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences Theory applies to them?

• Logical-Mathematical

• Kinesthetic

• Musical

• Linguistic

A teacher asks students to act out a restaurant conversation using gestures and props. Which learning intelligence is being used?