1-2-3 units
Q1. What is meant by “form” of a word?
A: Its pronunciation and spelling.
Q1. Name three ways to present new vocabulary.
A: Definition, context, and illustration.
Q1. Why is reading important for vocabulary development?
A: Most vocabulary is learned from context while reading.
Q1. How should vocabulary be selected?
A: Based on importance to text understanding
Q2. Name one activation activity.
A: Writing, acting, or word mapping.
Q1. Why is vocabulary central to language learning?
A: Because vocabulary carries meaning and enables communication.
Q2. What grammatical information should learners know about a word?
A: Its part of speech and how it behaves in sentences.
Q2. Why is writing sentences too early ineffective?
A: Students may misuse words they don’t fully understand.
Q2. What is the aim of the STAR model?
A: To improve vocabulary learning systematically.
Q1. What is the goal of the Activate stage?
A: To make students actively use new words.
Why are collocations important in vocabulary teaching?
A: They show which words naturally go together.
Q3. Why is grammatical grouping helpful?
A: It helps learners use words correctly in sentences.
What should students increase in vocabulary learning?
A: Reading, meaningful use of words, and connections to known concepts.
Q2. How should new words be presented?
A: Using context, definitions, and examples.
What does revisiting vocabulary involve?
A: Reviewing words through activities.
What are aspects of meaning?
A: Denotation, connotation, and appropriateness.
Q1. Why should words with the same root be learned together?
A: It helps learners recognize patterns and meanings.
Why should students study concepts instead of isolated words?
A: Concepts improve deeper understanding and retention.
Why is revisiting vocabulary necessary?
A: To strengthen long-term memory.
How does revisiting help learners?
A: It prevents forgetting.
Q2. Can language function without vocabulary? Why/why not?
A: No, because grammar alone cannot express meaning without words.
Why are word associations important?
A: They help learners use words naturally.
Do all words in a text need to be taught? Why/why not?
A: No, only key words needed for comprehension.
Q3. Why should students personalize new vocabulary?
A: It improves understanding and memory.
Q3. Why is repetition important in this stage?
A: It reinforces learning.