CLAD Second Language Acquisition 4

Question 1

Swain's 'Output Hypothesis' argues that language production is important because it:

Accepted Answer

Forces learners to notice gaps in their interlanguage

Answer

When learners try to produce language, they notice what they cannot yet express, which pushes further acquisition.

Question 2

Which scenario best illustrates 'code-switching'?

Accepted Answer

A bilingual student alternates between Spanish and English within a conversation

Answer

Code-switching is the practice of moving between two or more languages within a single conversation or sentence.

Question 3

According to Cummins' 'Iceberg Model,' academic language skills can be transferred across languages because:

Accepted Answer

A common underlying proficiency supports both languages

Answer

The Iceberg or CUP model shows that deep academic skills and concepts developed in L1 transfer and support L2 academic development.

Question 4

A teacher notices a student's speech errors decrease when writing but not during fast conversation. This demonstrates:

Accepted Answer

Monitor use dependent on processing conditions

Answer

The Monitor is most active when learners have time to think, making writing more accurate than spontaneous speech.

Question 5

Which research finding best supports bilingual education programs for ELLs?

Accepted Answer

Strong L1 literacy facilitates the transfer of academic skills to English

Answer

Research by Cummins and others consistently shows that L1 academic literacy supports long-term English academic achievement.

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