English Language Flashcards

In General Scholastic Ability Test, what is the communicative approach to english language?

Answer: Teaching language through meaningful communication and real-life situations

The communicative approach emphasizes learning language through meaningful interaction, using authentic materials and real-life situations to develop practical communication skills rather than just studying grammar rules.

What does "language proficiency" mean in General Scholastic Ability Test?

Answer: The ability to use language effectively for communication in various contexts

Language proficiency encompasses the ability to understand and produce language effectively across different contexts, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening in academic, professional, and social settings.

In General Scholastic Ability Test, what are the four macro skills of language?

Answer: Listening, speaking, reading, and writing

The four macro skills of language are listening (receptive oral), speaking (productive oral), reading (receptive written), and writing (productive written), which together constitute comprehensive language ability.

What is "scaffolding" in General Scholastic Ability Test language instruction?

Answer: Providing temporary support structures that are gradually removed as learners gain proficiency

Scaffolding provides temporary instructional support (models, prompts, sentence frames, visual aids) that helps learners accomplish tasks they cannot yet do independently, gradually removed as proficiency increases.

In General Scholastic Ability Test, what is the difference between fluency and accuracy in language learning?

Answer: Fluency is smooth, natural communication; accuracy is correct use of grammar and vocabulary

Fluency refers to the ability to communicate smoothly, naturally, and without excessive hesitation. Accuracy refers to the correct use of grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Both are important for language proficiency.

What role does "comprehensible input" play in General Scholastic Ability Test language acquisition?

Answer: Providing language just above the learner's current level to promote natural acquisition

Comprehensible input (Krashen's i+1 theory) suggests that language acquisition occurs when learners receive input that is slightly above their current proficiency level, providing challenge while remaining understandable.