ITP Quiz 2

What are the three principal dimensions for characterizing language-teaching methods?

• Reading vs. Writing, Direct Experience vs. Translation, Induction vs. Explication

• Reading vs. Writing, Direct Experience vs. Translation, Explication vs. Induction

• Speech Communication vs. Literature, Direct Experience vs. Translation, Induction vs. Explication

• Speech Communication vs. Literature, Direct Experience vs. Translation, Explication vs. Induction

Which method focuses on teaching language through the speech of the target language?

• Grammar-Translation Method

• Natural Method

• Audiolingual Method

• Direct Method

What is the main aim of the Grammar-Translation Method?

• To teach reading and writing

• To emphasize translation as the primary learning method

• To develop speech communication skills

• To encourage direct experience in learning

What is the primary advantage of the Grammar-Translation Method?

• It focuses on natural language learning

• It allows non-fluent teachers to teach large classes

• It adapts to changing linguistic and psychological theories

• It encourages self-study

What was the downfall of the Audiolingual Method?

• It was not popular in the United States

• It did not incorporate scientific knowledge of linguistics and psychology

• It relied too heavily on translation

• It failed to produce fluent communicating speakers

What is the unique characteristic of the Total Physical Response method?

• Emphasis on reading and writing before speech production

• Reliance on mechanical drills for learning

• Use of translation to explain meaning

• Learners' performance of physical actions in response to the teacher's commands

Which method emphasizes speech understanding before speech production?

• Total Physical Response

• Direct Method

• Natural Method

• Grammar-Translation Method

What is the primary focus of the Direct Method?

• Emphasis on reading and writing before speech production

• Reliance on mechanical drills for learning

• Use of translation to explain meaning

• Teaching language through the speech of the target language

Who developed the Natural Approach method?

• Stephen Krashen

• James Asher

• Harold Palmer

• Charles Fries

What is the main characteristic of the Audio-Lingual Method?

• Emphasis on reading and writing before speech production

• Reliance on mechanical drills for learning

• Use of translation to explain meaning

• Repetition and reinforcement of target language patterns