Spanish Language Proficiency Quiz
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What did Carson do to improve his Spanish language skills?

  • Used language learning apps to practice Spanish
  • Took advanced Spanish classes in college
  • Spent a month in Costa Rica speaking as much Spanish as possible (correct)
  • Hired a private Spanish tutor
  • Why did Sonia take German classes?

  • To prepare for a study abroad program in Germany
  • To fulfill a high school language requirement
  • At the insistence of her German-born parents (correct)
  • To become a professional translator
  • How did Carson describe the usefulness of his classroom Spanish in Costa Rica?

  • Adequate for everyday communication
  • Completely useless in any practical scenario
  • Somewhat useful in giving a head start, but pretty useless for face-to-face conversation (correct)
  • Extremely helpful in all situations
  • What level did Sonia reach in her college German classes?

    <p>Advanced-intermediate level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Carson feel about his Spanish language skills after returning from Costa Rica?

    <p>He felt like he came back with enough Spanish to 'get along quite well' in a conversation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'L2' refer to in the context of second language acquisition?

    <p>The subsequent language beyond the first acquired by a learner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SLA stand for?

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

    What aspects of learners' characteristics are important to consider in SLA?

    <p>Their ethnic, linguistic, and religious heritage, native languages, education levels, and life experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The first language acquired by a learner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'learner characteristics' encompass in SLA?

    <p>The learners' ethnic, linguistic, and religious heritage, native languages, education levels, and life experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

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