English Pedagogy Test – 29 Language skills

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English Pedagogy Test - 29 Language skills

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1. 'Skimming' a text usually means:

A) Reading the text in reverse

B) Getting the main idea or gist of the text

C) Analysing every single detail of the text

D) Translating the text

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2. Which language skill is often seen as a receptive skill?

A) Speaking

B) Writing

C) Shouting

D) Listening

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3. Reading for comprehension can be best achieved through

A) teaching learners to run a finger or pencil under the line being read

B) asking the children to read the text aloud

C) helping learners speak words softly while reading

D) learners reading silently and asking comprehension questions

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4. During the process of language learning, students lack confidence in their pronunciation. How can one overcome this?

A) Organizing play like tasks in which children can talk to one another

B) Reading aloud in the classroom

C) Providing scope for special activities with the help of language experts for removing speaking defects

D) Correcting mistakes immediately

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5. In a language classroom, which activity would best test listening comprehension?

A) Fill in the blanks after hearing a passage

B) Grammar exercises

C) Reading aloud

D) Essay writing

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6. While reading, a learner needs to

A) understand every word to grasp the meaning of the text

B) guess the contextual meaning of new words to understand the text

C) translate the written symbols into corresponding sounds to grasp their meaning

D) perceive and decode letters in order to read words

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7. Which technique emphasizes repetition and drills to reinforce language patterns?

A) Silent Way

B) Communicative Approach

C) Suggestopedia

D) Audio-lingual Method

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8. 'Chunking' in language pedagogy refers to:

A) Breaking long sentences into individual words

B) Ignoring difficult sections of a text

C) Processing language in meaningful units rather than word by word

D) Grouping words together based on spelling

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9. Which of the following focuses on the relationship between sounds and their meanings?

A) Phonetics

B) Semantics

C) Syntax

D) Phonology

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10. Before students start reading a story titled, 'Brave Bitto', the teacher initiates a discussion with them on 'Bravery'. What is the teacher trying to achieve through this activity?

A) Activate the efferent stance in students

B) Activate enthusiasm in students

C) Activate the previous knowledge of students

D) Activate the intellectual stance of students

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11. Why is storytelling most important in an English language class at primary level?

A) it develops moral values among the students

B) it creates fun in the class

C) it improves students vocabulary

D) It is useful for developing integrated language skills

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12. Which one of the following is most important in developing reading skill at primary level?

A) Ability to read phrases correctly

B) Ability to comprehend the text already read

C) Only knowing the correct order of alphabet

D) Ability to read words correctly

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13. Among the four language skills, which pair constitutes the reinforcement skills

A) Reading and listening

B) Speaking and writing

C) Reading and speaking

D) Speaking and listening

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14. In the word 'scarce', the phonetic transcription for 'a' is

A) (ae/

B) /e/

C) e/

D) /ea/

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15. Under which activity do recognising sounds and deducing meanings from them come?

A) Writing

B) Reading

C) Listening

D) Speaking

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16. Correct speech habits can be developed most effectively through

A) quizzes

B) dictations

C) vocabulary practice

D) pronunciation practice

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17. Skilled reading is

A) imaginative

B) deliberate

C) constructive

D) progressive

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18. In a language lesson, which activity would likely target 'pragmatic competence'?

A) Practicing tongue twisters

B) Understanding how to use language appropriately in different social contexts

C) Listing irregular verbs

D) Learning about the history of a language

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19. What is the primary aim of the 'Direct Method' in language teaching?

A) Prioritize group discussions

B) Avoid the use of the learner's native language

C) Emphasize translation tasks

D) Focus only on written exercises

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20. Which language skill helps in building a richer vocabulary and a better understanding of sentence structure?

A) Writing

B) Reading

C) Speaking

D) Listening

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21. What is an essential component in the development of reading skills?

A) Speaking loudly

B) Transcribing sentences

C) Memorizing words

D) Recognizing word patterns

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22. What does 'top-down processing' in reading emphasize?

A) Decoding each word individually

B) Using prior knowledge to understand the text

C) Starting with the text's title and then reading the body

D) Reading only the summary or conclusion

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23. Scribbling is a stage of

A) writing

B) listening

C) reading

D) speaking

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24. Which of these focuses on the structure of sentences?

A) Semantics

B) Syntax

C) Phonetics

D) Lexicology

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25. The teacher and student/s discus a topic and the former starts the conversation by asking a question, then the student/s respond by giving examples and explanations. The speaking assessment here is to grade how well students

A) speak fluently and creatively

B) process information and respond appropriately

C) respond in an appropriate tone and express themselves fluently and accurately

D) express themselves

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26. Students need to brainstorm ideas, organize, draft, edit, and revise their work, is a 'process' which reflects

A) listening skills

B) speaking skills

C) reading skills

D) writing skills

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27. Which technique involves students listening to a text multiple times, each time with a different focus?

A) Dictogloss

B) Scanning

C) Cascading

D) Jigsaw listening

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28. what does 'authentic material' mean in language teaching?

A) Textbooks

B) Real-life materials not designed for teaching

C) Animated videos

D) Materials made specifically for language learners

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29. 'Silent Way' method in language teaching primarily emphasizes:

A) Frequent teacher talk

B) Using technology for teaching

C) Encouraging self-discovery and problem-solving

D) Using translation for understanding

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30. The 'zone of proximal development' is a concept associated with:

A) The difference between what learners can do alone and what they can do with help

B) The most common errors made by learners

C) The geographic origin of a language

D) The space where language classes are held

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31. Which of the following is NOT a type of authentic listening material?

A) Podcasts

B) Radio broadcasts

C) Interviews

D) Dialogues scripted for textbooks

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32. In English pedagogy, what does 'TPR' stand for?

A) Total Physical Response

B) Total Phonetic Response

C) Text, Produce, Review

D) Text, Practice, Repeat

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33. What role does 'scaffolding' play in language pedagogy?

A) Supporting students in their zone of proximal development

B) Discouraging students from making errors

C) Testing students' abilities without support

D) Prioritizing written skills over spoken skills

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34. In English pedagogy, 'L1' refers to:

A) The primary literature resource

B) The first lesson in a course

C) The first language or mother tongue

D) Language one is weakest in

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35. The assessment of students writing should most importantly focus on

A) using idioms and metaphors

B) keeping to the word limit

C) correct spelling and grammar

D) expressions and ideas

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36. Reading English as a second language means

A) decoding of letters and words

B) meaning making

C) reading aloud

D) reading for grammar

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37. When young learners are asked to read a text silently, they should be instructed

A) to stop reading whenever they encounter a difficult word or phrase

B) to pay special attention to grammar items used in the passage

C) to infer the meaning of new words from the context and read with comprehension

D) to read fast even if they don't comprehend the meaning

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38. What is the primary aim of the 'phonics' method in teaching reading?

A) Vocabulary enhancement

B) Improving handwriting

C) Associating sounds with letters

D) Understanding grammar

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39. In the case of vocabulary use, grammar provides a pathway to learners to

A) speak in formal situations with greater accuracy and confidence

B) combine lexical items into meaningful and communicative expression

C) re-tell listening inputs into oral output

D) draft formal pieces of writing in higher classes

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40. One of the sub-skills that is assessed for speaking would be

A) spelling common, frequently used words correctly

B) listening actively and responding to others in small and large group situations

C) understanding and responding in a paragraph to literary works

D) using appropriate volume, clarity and gestures in individual or group situations

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41. Language skills are best learnt

A) when they are introduced in isolation, one skill at a time

B) with the help of challenging and mechanical language drills

C) only through written tests and assignments

D) if they are taught in an integrated manner

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42. Which of the following is a primary characteristic of 'learner-cantered' teaching?

A) Focus is on memorization of grammar rules

B) Learners actively engage and take responsibility for their own learning

C) The teacher makes all decisions about lesson content

D) Students passively receive information

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43. Why is it recommended to teach idioms in context?

A) Idioms are rarely used in everyday language

B) Idioms have literal meanings

C) The meaning of idioms can change in different contexts

D) To help learners understand and remember their figurative meanings

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44. A primary teacher should introduce reading through

A) alphabet books only

B) phonic teaching

C) stories

D) picture books

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45. In language learning, 'fluency' refers to:

A) The ability to speak or write smoothly and easily

B) The number of words a person knows

C) Always speaking with perfect accuracy

D) Being able to teach others

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46. Retrieval skills in writing are

A) note making and note taking

B) diagramming and summarizing

C) abilities to do extensive reference work

D) organizing information while reading/listening

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47. Which of the following is a pre-reading activity?

A) Answering comprehension questions

B) Translating a text

C) Summarizing the text

D) Discussing a related image or headline

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48. Assessing reading at class VII, can be done most effectively through a

A) written test based the characters and events in the story/text

B) writing a 50 word book/text review as a small project

C) an oral interview to find out how much they have read

D) spoken quiz based on the meanings of words and expressions

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49. Which of the following is a disadvantage of the grammar-translation method?

A) Over-emphasis on rules and translations

B) Too much focus on communication

C) Doesn't teach cultural context

D) Too much emphasis on listening skills

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50. Which one of the following is not true in relation to the use of children literature?

A) It broadens their mental horizon

B) Their reading proficiency deteriorates and gets worse

C) It helps in developing learners' imagination

D) It makes them understand and respect diverse cultures

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Pos.	Name	Score	Points	Duration
1	prabhajmunavallimuna	94 %	47 / 50	6 minutes 23 seconds
2	Anupama	80 %	40 / 50	13 minutes 46 seconds
3	Swetha	46 %	23 / 50	3 minutes 7 seconds
4	Madhuri	36 %	18 / 50	1 minutes 54 seconds