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Direct Method vs Grammar-Translation Method

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Direct Method vs Grammar-Translation Method

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What is a key feature of the direct method of teaching a foreign language?

Classroom instruction is conducted exclusively in the target language. (correct)

Grammar is taught deductively.

The teacher should explain grammar rules explicitly.

Translation is the primary mode of instruction.

How does the direct method teach new vocabulary?

Through translation exercises.

By providing written lists of words with translations.

By explaining the meanings in the students' native language.

By using known words and realia. (correct)

What approach does the direct method take towards grammar instruction?

Grammar is translated into students' native language.

Deductive teaching of grammar.

No emphasis on grammar at all.

Inductive teaching of grammar. (correct)

What type of activities replace the textbook in the direct method of teaching?

Reading aloud and question-answer exercises. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does correct pronunciation receive attention in the direct method?

With careful emphasis given to pronunciation. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the teacher in the direct method regarding grammar?

To demonstrate without translating or explaining grammar rules. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the direct method introduce new teaching points?

Orally and without explicit grammar rules. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of comprehension skills are emphasized in the direct method?

Both speech and listening comprehension. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the direct method teach vocabulary?

Using known words, demonstration, realia, pictures, and miming. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of teaching activities are used in place of a textbook in the direct method?

Question-answer exercises. (A) Signup and view all the answers