18 Questions
What is the main focus of the chapter?
Comparing first and second language learning in children
According to the Critical Period Hypothesis, when does the critical point for second language acquisition occur?
During adolescence
What does the Critical Period Hypothesis claim about acquiring a language?
It becomes harder with age
What is the classical argument regarding the critical point for second language acquisition?
It occurs around puberty
Which types of comparison will the chapter primarily focus on?
First and second language learning in children
What does the chapter discuss differences in related to the two types of comparison?
Differences in mental, emotional, and physical development changes
The purpose of this chapter is to consider the effects of __________ relating to acquisition.
False
It’s more logical to compare Second Language Learning in children and adults than to compare first and second language learning in children. (True/False)
True
The Critical Period Hypothesis claims that there is a biological timetable for acquiring a language easily. (True/False)
True
The classical argument is that a critical point for second language acquisition occurs around infancy. (True/False)
False
The notion of a critical period was connected only to L1 acquisition. (True/False)
False
This chapter will mainly be focused on two types of comparison: SLA in children (of varying ages) and adults, and Children’s L1 and L2 acquisition. (True/False)
True
The purpose of this chapter is to consider the effects of age relating to acquisition.
True
The notion of a critical period was connected only to L1 acquisition.
False
The Critical Period Hypothesis claims that there is a biological timetable for acquiring a language easily.
True
The classical argument is that a critical point for second language acquisition occurs around infancy.
False
What is the main focus of the chapter?
False
It’s more logical to compare Second Language Learning in children and adults than to compare first and second language learning in children.
True
Explore the effects of age on language acquisition and the comparison between first and second language learning in children and adults. This quiz delves into the differences in mental and emotional processing between the two age groups.
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