alleryWhich learner state raises Krashen's "affective filter"?
AInterest in the topic
BFear of making mistakes
CHigh self-esteem
DA relaxed classroom
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Fear of making mistakes
1. The affective filter is a block caused by negative emotions such as anxiety, self-doubt and boredom.
2. When the filter is up, less of the language input is processed.
3. Fear of making mistakes is a form of anxiety, so it raises the filter.
**Why not the others:** Interest, high self-esteem and a relaxed classroom lower the filter and let input through.
_Source: Wikipedia, "Input hypothesis", section "Affective filter hypothesis" (revision 1380165607)_
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