Multiple choice
Who developed the Total Physical Response Method?
a. Stephen Krashen
b. James Asher
c. Noam Chomsky
d. Tracy Terrell
B. James Asher
How does TPR reduce stress in language learners?
By delaying speech production, using playful physical responses, and avoiding correction in early stages.
TPR was developed by ____, a psychology professor.
James Asher
TPR is only effective for young learners and not adults.
False (Adults can also benefit from TPR, though it mimics child language acquisition.)
A beginner class is struggling with the verb “jump.” How would you teach it using TPR?
Give commands like “Jump!” “Jump high!” “Jump to the door,” and model the action
Which skill does TPR emphasize first?
a) Speaking
b) Writing
c) Listening
d) Reading
c) Listening
Why does TPR use imperative verbs at the beginning?
Because they naturally elicit physical responses, making comprehension tangible
In TPR, students respond to commands ____ before speaking.
physically
TPR delays speaking until learners have developed listening comprehension.
True
How could you adapt TPR to teach classroom objects (e.g., “book,” “pen”) to young learners?
Use realia: “Pick up the book,” “Give me the pen,” “Put the book under the chair.”
What type of verbs are most commonly used in early TPR lessons?
a) Past tense verbs
b) Imperative verbs
c) Conditional verbs
d) Passive verbs
b) Imperative verbs
What is one limitation of TPR for advanced language learners?
It may lack complexity for abstract or conversational language needs.
The ____ hemisphere of the brain is initially targeted in TPR.
right
Grammar in TPR is taught explicitly through rules and explanations.
False (Grammar is learned inductively through commands and actions.)
A student is too shy to speak. How can TPR help them participate?
They can respond physically first (e.g., pointing, moving) without verbal pressure.
TPR is most closely associated with which learning theory?
a) Behaviorism
b) Constructivism
c) Cognitivism
d) Humanism
a) Behaviorism
How does TPR align with the Comprehension Approach?
Both prioritize listening before speaking and emphasize meaning over form
TPR is often combined with other methods because it is strong in teaching ____ but weak in teaching ____
"vocabulary/commands" or "listening/conversation
TPR activities should always involve physical movement.
True (Movement is central to the method.)
How would you introduce polite requests (“Please,” “Thank you”) using TPR?
Start with commands (“Give me the book, please”), then model responses (“Say thank you”).