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At what age does first language acquisition typically take place?
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?
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?
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?
What makes language acquisition a quintessential human trait?
What is the distinction between first-language acquisition and second-language acquisition?
What is the distinction between first-language acquisition and second-language acquisition?
Which process of language acquisition is described as a subconscious process?
Which process of language acquisition is described as a subconscious process?
According to Krashen, who can subconsciously acquire language?
According to Krashen, who can subconsciously acquire language?
Which process of language acquisition requires meaningful interaction in the target language focusing on meaning rather than form?
Which process of language acquisition requires meaningful interaction in the target language focusing on meaning rather than form?
Which process of language acquisition is described as a conscious process, similar to what one experiences in school?
Which process of language acquisition is described as a conscious process, similar to what one experiences in school?
Which type of language acquisition can be either written or oral?
Which type of language acquisition can be either written or oral?
