Chapter 6: Format and Presentation

What is the primary focus of meaning-focused input in a language course?

• Learning through speaking and writing

• Deliberate focus on language features

• Making use of what is already known

• Learning from listening and reading

Which of the following is NOT one of the Four Strands identified by Nation?

• Task-based learning

• Fluency development

• Meaning-focused input

• Language-focused learning

What is a key advantage of following a set format for lessons?

• It eliminates the need for any planning

• It makes lessons easier to monitor and predict

• It restricts the types of activities that can be used

• It allows for complete spontaneity in lesson planning

In the context of lesson planning, what does a 'block' lesson refer to?

• A lesson that requires extensive planning

• A lesson that focuses solely on fluency development

• A lesson that is separate and largely complete within itself

• A lesson that is highly unpredictable

Which type of activity involves learners working together to achieve a common goal?

• Guided activities

• Experience activities

• Shared activities

• Independent activities

What is the role of tasks in a task-supported syllabus?

• To provide a rigid structure for lessons

• To replace all other types of learning

• To serve as the final stage in a conventional unit of work

• To focus solely on grammar

What is the role of tasks in a task-based syllabus?

• To provide a rigid structure for lessons

• To be the unit

• To serve as the final stage in a conventional unit of work

• To focus solely on grammar

Which is the correct procedure of a task-supported syllabus?

• Present, the task cycle, produce

• Pre-task, the task cycle, language focus

• Present, Practice, Produce

• Identify tasks, practice, assess performance.

Which is the correct procedure of a task-based syllabus?

• Present, the task cycle, produce

• Pre-task, the task cycle, language focus

• Present, Practice, Produce

• Identify tasks, practice, assess performance.

What is a characteristic of fluency development in language learning?

• Focus on language features

• High density of unknown items

• Use of easy, familiar material

• Emphasis on grammar rules