First vs Second Language Acquisition

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Which term refers to learning or teaching a nonnative language outside of the environment where it is commonly spoken?

Second language learning

Bilingual language instruction

Foreign language learning (correct)

Native language acquisition

What is the key difference between 'foreign' and 'second' language learning?

The speed of language acquisition

The location of the learning environment (correct)

The complexity of grammar rules

The use of native language speakers as instructors

Which term is a general one encompassing both foreign language learning and the human capacity to learn languages other than the first language?

Second language acquisition (SLA) (correct)

Bilingual language proficiency

Monolingualism

Native language acquisition

In Kachru's model, which circle includes countries like Ghana, India, and Nigeria where English is spoken as a native language by some speakers?

Outer Circle Signup and view all the answers

Which circle in Kachru's model includes countries like China, Japan, and Korea where English is considered a foreign language?

Expanding Circle Signup and view all the answers

'Second language acquisition' investigates the human capacity to learn languages other than the first language once it has been what?

Fully mastered Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between first language acquisition and second language learning?

First language learners receive naturalistic exposure to language from caregivers. Signup and view all the answers

Why do children have a predisposition to become native speakers of the languages spoken around them?

As a result of naturalistic exposure to language from caregivers Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes foreign language learning?

Being learned largely in the classroom and not spoken in the society where teaching occurs Signup and view all the answers

In second language learning, what does the quality of exposure to the target language depend on?

Quantity and quality of exposure Signup and view all the answers

What does L1 refer to in the context of language acquisition?

The first language a person learns as a child Signup and view all the answers

How does the outcome of second language learning differ from first language acquisition?

The outcome depends on a myriad of factors such as age, input, and motivation. Signup and view all the answers

What does the nativization of English in a particular society or population group result from?

Historical role of English and societal contexts Signup and view all the answers

According to Larry E. Smith, what is the key factor affecting the intelligibility of English varieties worldwide?

Ability to be understood within the same speech community Signup and view all the answers

In what context does Kachru argue that the English language belongs to both native and non-native speakers?

Societal context Signup and view all the answers

What is Larry E. Smith's main concern regarding the spread of English varieties?

Variability in intelligibility among different English varieties Signup and view all the answers

What contributes significantly to the process of nativization of English within a society or population group?

Historical legacy and colonial influence Signup and view all the answers

Based on Larry E. Smith's chapter, what should the idea of English's intelligibility be based on?

Understanding within the same speech community Signup and view all the answers