Language Acquisition – MPTET Free MCQ Quiz | Global World Academy

Question 1

According to Krashen's Input Hypothesis (i+1), the best language input for a learner is:

Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B) Slightly above the learner's current level i+1 = comprehensible input one step above current ability — challenging enough to promote growth, not so hard it blocks learning.

Question 2

A child says 'Mama' and 'Ball' using single words to express complete meanings. This stage is called:

Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C) Holophrastic (one-word) stage Holophrastic stage (1–2 yrs): one word carries the meaning of a whole sentence — e.g., 'Mama' means 'Mama, come here'.

Question 3

Noam Chomsky's theory of language acquisition is based on:

Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B) Language Acquisition Device (LAD) Chomsky proposed LAD — an innate, built-in mechanism that enables all children to acquire language universally.

Question 4

Krashen's Monitor Hypothesis states that conscious grammar knowledge:

Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C) Acts as an editor that monitors and corrects output The Monitor (conscious learning) edits output — but over-using it makes speech slow and unnatural. Best used for writing.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of L1 'interference' in L2 learning?

Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B) A Hindi speaker writes 'I am knowing the answer' in English 'I am knowing' = L1 interference — applying Hindi grammar structure (continuous tense) to English stative verbs.

Question 6

Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) refers to:

Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B) The gap between what a learner can do alone and with support ZPD = the space between independent ability and potential ability with guided support — where learning happens best.

Question 7

According to Krashen's Affective Filter Hypothesis, a teacher SHOULD:

Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C) Create a low-anxiety, supportive classroom environment High anxiety raises the affective filter, blocking acquisition. Teachers must create safe, encouraging environments.

Question 8

B.F. Skinner explained language learning through:

Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C) Habit formation through stimulus-response-reinforcement Skinner (Behaviourism): language = habits formed by repeating responses that are reinforced.

Question 9

The 'Natural Order Hypothesis' by Krashen suggests that:

Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B) Grammar rules are acquired in a predictable, natural sequence Natural Order: certain grammar structures are acquired in a fixed sequence regardless of teaching order.

Question 10

In MP primary schools, English as Language-II is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C) A second language taught formally after the first language English is L2 in MP — formally taught after Hindi (L1), using both acquisition and learning approaches.