Multiple Choice Questions

Advertisement

_____________ is the particular way a learner prefers to learn a second or foreign language.

  • Cognitive style

  • Cognitive process

  • Behaviourist approach

  • Literal approach


A.

Cognitive style

Cognitive style is a particular way a learner prefers to learn a second language.


Advertisement

The students are asked to answer inferential questions about information which was implied by the text. Here, the
student's _________ can be evaluated.

  • speaking skill

  • listening and writing skills

  • reading and listening skills

  • reading skill


In this example, there is a deviation from the apparently intended form of an utterance. Identify the error.
Target I must let the cat out of the house.
Error I must let the house out of the cat.

  • Lexical selection error

  • Word-exchange error

  • Omission

  • Substitution


Individualised educational programmes with intensive support to help students to consolidate their basic knowledge is referred to as

  • advanced study programmes

  • introductory courses

  • remedial coaching

  • revision sessions


The focus is on using the language rather than analysis of the language and grammar is taught implicitly rather than explicitly.

  • Direct Approach

  • Communicative Approach

  • Grammar-translation Method

  • Structural Method


Advertisement

The benefit of the bilingual approach in a second language classroom is that

  • students gain confidence in the mother tongue

  • students stop using their mother tongue altogether

  • students understand basic concepts/ assumptions more easily

  • there is less distraction for students in the class


When the teacher quietly observes the students during a collaborative grammar activity, the activity plays a/an _________ role.

  • diagnostic

  • evaluative

  • interactive

  • record-keeping


How does computer technology support language learning in Classes V and VI, to enhance accuracy in student's writing?

  • Rapid drill work

  • Detailed error feedback

  • Spelling and grammar checking

  • Formatting and font design


Teachers may respond to young writers according to their individuals' needs. How?

  • Give them detailed feedback on grammatical errors only

  • Praise what they do well, making specific comments about the work

  • Encourage them by overlooking certain errors

  • Reward students who write well before the whole class


Advertisement

Students can master complex language structures without being aware of the fact they are doing so, through

  • regular, simple grammar practice sessions

  • teachers avoiding the teaching of structure altogether

  • use of grammar games with a focus on relevant structures

  • more speaking and listening practice with regular feedback