Unit 7 PDF - Second Language Acquisition & Personality

Week 7: 1. What is the definition of personality in the context of second language acquisition (SLA)? A) The ability to memorize new vocabulary B) A set of traits, attitudes, and behaviors that distinguish one individual from another C) The level of motivation in learning a second language D) A lear...

Week 7: 1. What is the definition of personality in the context of second language acquisition (SLA)? A) The ability to memorize new vocabulary B) A set of traits, attitudes, and behaviors that distinguish one individual from another C) The level of motivation in learning a second language D) A learner’s cognitive ability to process language 2. Why are individual differences (IDs) significant in SLA research? A) They have no effect on second language learning B) They help explain why learners attain different levels of success in L2 acquisition C) They only affect first language acquisition D) They are only relevant in children’s language development 3. Which of the following is NOT considered an individual difference in SLA? A) Personality B) Handwriting style C) Motivation D) Working memory 4. According to Richards et al. (2002), how do personality factors influence language learning? A) They contribute to motivation and the choice of learner strategies B) They have no measurable impact on SLA C) They only affect language learning in children D) They determine ultimate L2 proficiency completely 5. Which of the following is NOT one of the three major approaches to personality? A) Cognitive approach B) Psychoanalytic approach C) Learning approach D) Humanistic approach 6. What is the primary focus of the psychoanalytic approach to personality? A) Early childhood experiences and unconscious processes B) Learning through reinforcement and behavior C) The role of genetics in personality development D) The direct impact of IQ on personality traits 7. How does the learning perspective view personality? A) As a result of reinforcement and experiences B) As a completely innate characteristic C) As something unchangeable from birth D) As unrelated to environmental influences 8. What does the humanistic perspective emphasize in personality? A) Personal growth and self-actualization B) Strict genetic predispositions C) Behaviorist principles only D) The role of punishment in learning 9. What distinguishes type theories from trait theories in personality research? A) Type theories focus on fluid characteristics, while trait theories focus on fixed categories B) Type theories classify individuals into distinct categories, while trait theories place individuals on a continuum C) Trait theories emphasize behavior, while type theories focus on genetic factors D) Type theories use numerical scales, while trait theories do not 10. What is the primary distinction between introverts and extraverts according to Jung’s Typology? A) Extraverts are more intelligent than introverts B) Extraverts gain energy from social interactions, while introverts gain energy from solitude C) Introverts are more emotional than extraverts D) Extraverts always perform better in language learning 11. What is the fourth dichotomy added to Jung’s Typology in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)? A) Extraversion–Introversion B) Thinking–Feeling C) Sensing–Intuition D) Judging–Perceiving 12. Which of the following is NOT one of the four dichotomies in MBTI? A) Thinking–Feeling B) Extraversion–Introversion C) Sensing–Intuition D) Creativity–Logic 13. What does the MBTI aim to measure? A) An individual's psychological preferences in perceiving the world and making decisions B) Only cognitive abilities in SLA C) The genetic basis of intelligence D) The exact IQ of an individual 14. What is a major criticism of MBTI? A) It is too focused on childhood experiences B) It lacks strong scientific validation C) It does not consider behavior in social settings D) It ignores personality traits 15. What are the five main dimensions of personality in the Big Five Model? A) Memory, Motivation, Intelligence, Social Skills, Empathy B) Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, Neuroticism C) Thinking, Feeling, Perceiving, Judging, Reacting D) Intelligence, Attitude, Age, Creativity, Determination 16. Which of the Big Five traits describes being imaginative and open to new experiences? A) Conscientiousness B) Openness to Experience C) Extraversion D) Neuroticism 17. Which Big Five trait is most associated with self-discipline and goal-oriented behavior? A) Agreeableness B) Conscientiousness C) Neuroticism D) Openness 18. What is one possible negative effect of high conscientiousness in SLA? A) Increased language anxiety due to perfectionism B) Lower ability to retain vocabulary C) Inability to follow structured learning programs D) Difficulty in social interaction 19. Which Big Five trait relates to emotional stability? A) Conscientiousness B) Extraversion C) Neuroticism D) Openness 20. Which of the Big Five traits is associated with social confidence and energy? A) Extraversion B) Openness C) Agreeableness D) Conscientiousness 21. How does extraversion benefit language learning? A) It encourages risk-taking and active participation in communication B) It improves memory recall for grammar rules C) It eliminates the need for formal instruction D) It reduces the importance of motivation 22. What is a challenge faced by extraverts in SLA? A) Overreliance on guessing and lack of attention to accuracy B) Difficulty in social communication C) Lack of enthusiasm for speaking tasks D) Increased language anxiety 23. How does neuroticism negatively affect SLA? A) It increases memory retention B) It contributes to language anxiety and fear of making mistakes C) It improves motivation in all cases D) It has no impact on learning 24. Which trait is most strongly associated with cultural intelligence and adaptability? A) Openness to Experience B) Neuroticism C) Conscientiousness D) Extraversion 25. What is a characteristic of individuals with high agreeableness in SLA? A) They tend to build strong relationships and cooperate in language learning B) They focus solely on grammar and structure C) They prefer isolated learning environments D) They struggle with motivation 26. Which Big Five trait has been linked to intercultural communication competence? A) Agreeableness B) Neuroticism C) Conscientiousness D) Extraversion 27. What does the NEO PI-R personality inventory measure? A) The Big Five personality traits B) IQ levels in language learners C) Memory capacity for language acquisition D) Motivation for SLA 28. What is a criticism of personality research in SLA? A) It has been completely disproven B) Findings are inconsistent and results are often inconclusive C) It ignores the role of motivation D) It proves personality has no effect on learning 29. What does the Multicultural Personality Questionnaire (MPQ) assess? A) Language fluency B) Cultural adaptability and social skills C) Memory retention D) Linguistic intelligence 30. What is the main conclusion regarding personality in SLA? A) Personality influences SLA, but its effects interact with other variables such as motivation and learning strategies B) Personality alone determines language proficiency C) Only intelligence matters in SLA D) Personality has no measurable effect on SLA