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What does a child primarily need to learn a language?
a. home environment
b. theoretical knowledge of mother tongue
c. second language grammar rules
d. speaking ability
Option c – second language grammar rules
Which of the following statements about language acquisition and learning is incorrect?
a. cultural differences is one of the main factor in language acquisition and learning
b. In learning, we never use translation method
c. In learning a language, many hypotheses are constructed in mother tongue
d. Language acquisition is easy and a natural process whereas learning a hypothesis requires more efforts
Option b – In learning, we never use translation method
What is the most essential factor in learning a language?
a. Well developed language environment
b. Grammatical rules of language
c. Questions based on text
d. Textbooks on that language
Option c – Questions based on text
According to the RTE Act, 2009, how should learning be imparted?
a. through activities in a child friendly manner
b. supported by extra-coaching
c. restricted to co-scholastic subjects
d. carefully monitored by frequent testing
Option a – through activities in a child friendly manner
Why are real objects used to teach vocabulary to young learners?
a. it helps in teaching the correct spelling of words
b. we can teach vocabulary only through objects
c. young learners are not capable of abstract thinking
d. it helps learners associate words with objects they see in real life
Option d – it helps learners associate words with objects they see in real life
What do the words strut, stride, and trudge describe?
a. galloping
b. running
c. riding
d. walking
Option d – walking
What are the components of word formation?
a. compounding and conversion
b. conversion and meaning
c. spelling and compounding
d. using synonyms or euphemisms
Option a – compounding and conversion
What is meant by the ‘critical period’ in language learning?
a. special time set aside for students to intensively practice language use
b. the period during which language can be acquired with greater ease than any other time
c. the length of time before a comprehensive assessment takes place in class
d. best preparatory period for any language project
Option b – the period during which language can be acquired with greater ease than any other time
What is children’s early sentence-like speech often called?
a. multilingual
b. babbling
c. exceptionally
d. telegraphic
Option b – babbling
What supports Chomsky’s view of language acquisition?
a. Children’s language development follows a similar pattern across cultures
b. The stage of language development occurs at about the same age in most children
c. Children acquire language quickly and effortlessly about the same age
d. All of the above
Option a – Children’s language development follows a similar pattern across cultures
What does the idea that children deserve credit for acquiring language imply for classrooms?
a. students pursue their own lines of enquiry
b. students need not attend L2 classes
c. students may choose L2 on their own
d. the teacher establishes the task and supports or facilitates learning
Option a – students pursue their own lines of enquiry
What is an example of providing comprehensible input in low-anxiety environments?
a. teacher-directed learning in the classroom
b. collaboration of students in learning situations
c. homework designed to use parents support
d. student receive feedback for error correction regularly
Option b – collaboration of students in learning situations
How can vocabulary be effectively graded and controlled in language teaching?
a. teachers providing a short list of words that are commonly used
b. students learning and practising in the context of real situations
c. students write/speak using a graded list of new words
d. students read a prescribed book and take a vocabulary quiz
Option c – students write/speak using a graded list of new words
In a constructivist classroom, how is language learning approached?
a. the transaction of the prescribed text book by the teacher
b. learner’s previous knowledge in constructing their new knowledge using authentic tasks
c. the assumption that English language can only be learnt if the teacher transmits it to the learners
d. drill and practice of grammatical items
Option b – learner’s previous knowledge in constructing their new knowledge using authentic tasks
Which aspect is not part of learning to speak a second language?
a. its pronunciation
b. culturally bound speaking events
c. theoretical knowledge of a language
d. second language grammatical knowledge
Option b – culturally bound speaking events
What is the main benefit of storytelling in the classroom?
a. It broadens their knowledge about various authors
b. It enhances graded pattern and structure
c. It promotes whole language approach
d. It is an effective way of learning vocabulary
Option d – It is an effective way of learning vocabulary
What primarily distinguishes language learning from acquisition?
a. language environment
b. grammar of language
c. assessment in language
d. text book of language
Option d – text book of language
What is the most crucial prerequisite for language learning?
a. Children’s motivation to learn the language
b. List of aims and objectives of the language to be learnt
c. Providing a good text book to children to learn the language
d. Using structural situation approach while learning
Option a – Children’s motivation to learn the language
How is a home language typically gained?
a. taught
b. promoted
c. acquired
d. learnt
Option c – acquired
Which statement is not true about teaching in the mother tongue at the primary level?
a. It is helpful in the intellectual development of the child
b. It helps children in learning in a natural environment
c. It develops self-confidence in the child
d. It makes learning easy
Option c – It develops self-confidence in the child
The method through which a person develops skill and expertise is called
a. learning
b. acquisition
c. erudition
d. recitation
Option a – learning
Naturally gaining language skills without structured practice is referred to as
a. learning
b. first learning
c. acquisition
d. erudition
Option c – acquisition
Engaging intelligence or reasoning is involved in which type of learning?
a. Motor skills learning
b. Speaking
c. Concept learning
d. Verbal learning
Option c – Concept learning
Identify the incorrect statement about learning and acquisition
a. Acquisition is a natural process
b. Learning is a continuous process
c. Learning results in subject proficiency
d. Acquisition helps in cognitive abilities
Option d – Acquisition helps in cognitive abilities
Language acquisition takes place through a
a. formal skills development
b. sub-conscious process
c. input-output process
d. self-monitoring of learning
Option b – sub-conscious process
Which factor is least likely to influence learning outcomes?
a. Learner’s motivation and interest
b. Structure and size of classroom
c. Teacher’s personality and attitude
d. Parent’s income and status
Option d – Parent’s income and status
Which theory suggests that learning occurs as a result of stimulus and response?
a. Classical conditioning
b. Operant conditioning
c. Generalisation
d. Adaptation
Option a – Classical conditioning
How does language learning generally take place?
a. gradual process
b. last process
c. instant process
d. all inclusive process
Option a – gradual process
Shreya understands complex words and concepts easily. This shows strength in
a. motor skills
b. cognitive abilities
c. rote memory
d. verbal ability
Option b – cognitive abilities
According to Vygotsky, learning is influenced mainly by
a. inborn abilities
b. scientific attitude
c. social interaction
d. introduction of a stimulus
Option c – social interaction
Piaget explained learning as a result of
a. inborn speaking abilities
b. stimulus recognition
c. assimilation and adaptation
d. scientific investigation
Option c – assimilation and adaptation
Children may lack self-esteem when they
a. are not allowed to eat what they want
b. cannot express their feelings in words
c. are not allowed to play with friends
d. None of the above
Option b – cannot express their feelings in words
What does ‘second language’ usually mean?
a. one’s native language
b. regional language
c. other than the native
d. None of the above
Option c – other than the native
Which of the following is a less effective way to learn vocabulary?
a. Writing
b. Watching movies
c. Talking and reading
d. Writing and Watching movies
Option d – Writing and Watching movies
What supports vocabulary development best in early childhood?
a. Leave the child alone with storybooks
b. Enroll the child in school early
c. Engage in conversations and read aloud
d. Show TV programs
Option c – Engage in conversations and read aloud
What do words represent to a young child?
a. an effective tool of communication
b. best way to express feelings
c. All of the above
d. None of the above
Option c – All of the above
Why does a teacher show real objects while saying their names?
a. to motivate and make lessons interesting
b. to help connect vocabulary with real-life objects
c. to improve pronunciation
d. to teach correct spelling
Option b – to help connect vocabulary with real-life objects
How can poor health affect a child’s education?
a. acquisition of language
b. talking and speaking
c. learning
d. None of the above
Option c – learning
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