TKT - Teaching Knowledge Background to Language Learning Questions and Answers

Question 1

A learner is studying English because they want to travel to the UK and interact with locals to understand their culture. Which type of motivation is this learner primarily demonstrating?

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Integrative motivation

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Instrumental motivation

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Extrinsic motivation

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Intrinsic motivation

Question 2

Which of the following statements best describes a key difference between L1 (first language) and L2 (second language) learning contexts?

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L2 learners typically have significantly less exposure to the target language than L1 learners.

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L1 learning is a conscious process, while L2 learning is always subconscious.

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Motivation is a significant factor in L2 learning success, but not in L1 acquisition.

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Correction plays a minimal role in L1 learning but is the primary method for L2 learning.

Question 3

A teacher notices that a student learns new vocabulary best by creating and using flashcards with pictures and words. According to the VAK model, this student likely has a preference for which learning style?

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Visual

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Auditory

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Kinaesthetic

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Tactile

Question 4

The concept of 'learner autonomy' in language learning refers to the learner's ability to:

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take responsibility for and control of their own learning.

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achieve native-like fluency without a teacher.

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work effectively in pairs and groups.

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rely solely on the teacher for all learning decisions.

Question 5

According to Stephen Krashen's Monitor Model, the 'monitor' is the part of the learner's mind that:

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uses consciously learned rules to edit and correct language output.

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subconsciously acquires language through comprehensible input.

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experiences anxiety that can block language acquisition.

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naturally understands grammatical structures in a predictable order.

Question 6

A manager is learning English to get a promotion at her international company. She finds the lessons difficult but persists because she knows it is necessary for her career advancement. This is a primary example of:

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Instrumental motivation

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Integrative motivation

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Intrinsic motivation

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Global motivation

A learner is studying English because they want to travel to the UK and interact with locals to understand their culture.Which type of motivation is this learner primarily demonstrating?

A learner is studying English because they want to travel to the UK and interact with locals to understand their culture.
Which type of motivation is this learner primarily demonstrating?