Quiz on Theoretical Basis of Second Language Learning

What do Lightbown and Spada (2006) suggest about second language learners compared to first language learners?

• They are less experienced.

• They have already acquired a first language.

• They require more formal settings.

• They learn languages faster.

Which theoretical approach is based on the idea of habit formation in language learning?

• Innatist perspective

• Processability theory

• Behaviourism

• Monitor model

What does Chomsky's Universal Grammar primarily explain?

• Second language acquisition only

• First language acquisition

• Language production

• Language input

What is the main focus of Krashen's monitor model?

• Input processing

• Language output

• Acquisition-learning hypothesis

• Task-based language learning

Who developed the output hypothesis?

• Lightbown

• Krashen

• Swain

• Long

What does the interaction hypothesis emphasize?

• The significance of first language influence

• The importance of memorization

• The role of feedback in language learning

• The necessity of formal education

What is a key feature of VanPatten's input processing?

• Task-based learning

• Imitation of language input

• Positive reinforcement

• Form-meaning connections

What does processability theory focus on?

• First language interference

• Formal language instruction

• Immediate language production

• Incremental processing strategies

What is the role of negotiation of meaning in language acquisition?

• To adjust utterances for comprehension

• To avoid interaction

• To focus solely on grammar

• To memorize vocabulary

What is a characteristic of task-based language learning?

• It avoids real-life communication.

• It emphasizes grammar drills.

• It includes open-ended tasks with gaps.

• It focuses on rote memorization.