Quiz of Intro to SLA

According to Krashen, which of the following is NOT one of his five hypotheses?

• The Input Hypothesis

• The Affective Filter Hypothesis

• The Interaction Hypothesis

• The Monitor Hypothesis

Which theorists is associated with the concept of 'Zone of Proximal Development'?

• Chomsky

• Vygotsky

• Skinner

• Krashen

The 'Critical Period Hypothesis' suggests that

• All learning must happen before puberty.

• Language learning ability is genetically fixed.

• There is an optimal window for acquiring a language natively.

• Adults can not learn a second language.

Which theory supports the idea that SLA results from exposure and habit formation?

• Connectionism

• Socio-Cultural Theory

• Behaviorism

• Universal Grammar

Which of the following best describes the 'Noticing Hypothesis'?

• Learners must be corrected to improve.

• Learning occurs when learners notice language features in input.

• Learning is unconscious and automatic.

• Output is more important than input.

In Saville-Troike's view, 'interlanguage' refers to:

• A mix of L1 and L2 vocabulary

• The temporary linguistic system used by learners

• Errors that learners made due to their L1

• Code-switching between two languages

Which of the following is true about fossilization?

• It is when learners forget L1 features.

• It can be avoided by increased input.

• It refers to the stabilization of errors in L2 learning.

• It only occurs in young learners.

which theory emphasizes the importance of social interaction in language learning?

• Innatism

• Behaviorism

• Interactionism

• Connectionism

Which individual difference is most often linked with long-term L2 success?

• Age

• Motivation

• Gender

• Height

Universal Grammar proposes that

• All languages have unique grammar systems.

• Grammar must be taught explicitly.

• Humans are born with innate grammatical knowledge.

• Grammar is acquired through repetition.