10 Questions
What is the primary benefit of listening activities mentioned in the text?
Enhancing listening comprehension
What are the two types of listening activities?
Intensive and extensive listening
What is the purpose of intensive listening activities?
To work on specific listening skills
What is a potential challenge with using authentic speech in listening activities?
It may be too difficult for lower-level learners
What is the ultimate goal for learners regarding listening to authentic speech?
To listen and understand it as soon and often as possible
According to the principles of teaching listening, what is the problem with a cycle of listening, answering questions, and checking answers?
It does not help in developing listening skills and improving comprehension
Which of the following is NOT one of the listening skills that must be taught to learners?
Translating speech into written text
According to Principle 3, what should be done after the first listening?
The audio track should be played again or extracts should be played for students to pick up missed information
What is the purpose of the 'jigsaw listening' technique mentioned in the text?
To give students a specific purpose for listening
According to Principle 6, what should good teachers do with listening texts?
Use the subject matter, situation, or audioscript for a new activity
Explore the various reasons why listening is an essential skill, including enhancement of comprehension, pronunciation improvement, and exposure to regional varieties. Learn how listening can contribute to better communication and language proficiency.
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