Vocabulary Basics
Why is vocabulary central to language learning?
Because without vocabulary,learners cannot express or understand meaning.
What is the purpose of the Practice stage?
To reinforce vocabulary through controlled activities.
What is the aim of the Lexical /Semantic Devolopment stage?
To help students use vocabulary in reading,writing,and communication.
What are two types of vocabulary mentioned in the lesson?
Active vocabulary and passive vocabulary.
Name one vocabulary practice activity.
Matching words with pictures or definitions.
Name one activityfrom this stage.
essay writing or extensive reading.
What is passive vocabulary?
Words learners understand but do not usuallyuse.
Why should teachers check understanding during practice?
To ensure students interpreted the word correctly.
How can techers activate passive vocabulary?
By asking students to use words in sentences or dialogues.
Why is it important for teachers to present both form and meaning when teaching a new vocabulary word?
Because students need to recognize how the word looks,sounds,and what it means to use it correctly.
Why are controlled practice activities (like matching or gap-fill) important before freer practice?
Because they help students become confident with new vocabulary in astructured and low-pressure environment.
Why is extensive reading usefl for vocabulary development?
Because students repeately meet words in real contexts,which helps deepen understanding and long-term retention.
What is one reason why learners passive vocabulary is usually larger than their active vocabulary?
Because students encounter many words in reading and listening that thet recognize but do not yet use in speaking or writing.
Give one example of how a teacher can check understanding during practice without asking "Do you understand?"
By asking students to use the word in ashort sentence,choose the correct picture,or explain the word in simple language.
What is one benefit of using communicative tasks (like ranking o retelling) for vocabulary learning?
they push students to retrieve and use vocabulary actively,helping passive words become active through meaningful use.