Language Acquisition Key Issues
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At what age does first language acquisition typically take place?

  • 13-18 years
  • 0-6 years (correct)
  • 7-12 years
  • 19-25 years
  • What does first language acquisition refer to?

  • Conscious learning of a foreign language in school
  • Acquiring a new language through immersion programs
  • Unconscious learning of native language during early childhood (correct)
  • Learning a second language as an adult
  • What is the main focus of second-language acquisition?

  • Acquisition of additional languages in both children and adults (correct)
  • Acquisition of written language with different scripts
  • Acquisition of sign language by pre-lingual deaf individuals
  • Acquisition of regional dialects within a native language
  • What makes language acquisition a quintessential human trait?

    <p>Non-humans do not communicate using language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinction between first-language acquisition and second-language acquisition?

    <p>'First-language' refers to infants' acquisition of their native language, while 'second-language' refers to acquiring additional languages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process of language acquisition is described as a subconscious process?

    <p>First language acquisition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Krashen, who can subconsciously acquire language?

    <p>Both adults and children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process of language acquisition requires meaningful interaction in the target language focusing on meaning rather than form?

    <p>Acquisition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process of language acquisition is described as a conscious process, similar to what one experiences in school?

    <p>Learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of language acquisition can be either written or oral?

    <p>Acquisition</p> Signup and view all the answers

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