Match the following : List-AList-B(a) The Grammar - Translation Method(i) comprehensible input(b) The Direct Method(ii) strategic use of mother tongue(c) Total Physical Response(iii) shuns mother tongue(d) The Natural Approach(iv) oral input (a) (b) (c) (d)

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Matching Language Teaching Methods

This question requires matching four language teaching methods (List-A) with their corresponding characteristics or principles (List-B).

Method Analysis

(a) The Grammar - Translation Method: This traditional method focuses on translating texts and explicit grammar rule instruction, often using the learner's native language (L1) for explanation. It aligns with (ii) strategic use of mother tongue.
(b) The Direct Method: This method advocates for teaching exclusively in the target language, avoiding translation and the use of the L1. It aligns with (iii) shuns mother tongue.
(c) Total Physical Response (TPR): Developed by James Asher, TPR involves learners responding physically to commands in the target language. The initial focus is on understanding spoken input. This matches (iv) oral input.
(d) The Natural Approach: Based on Stephen Krashen's theories, this approach emphasizes language acquisition through exposure to understandable messages. It prioritizes (i) comprehensible input.

Final Matching

Based on the analysis, the correct matching is:

(a) - (ii)
(b) - (iii)
(c) - (iv)
(d) - (i)

This corresponds to the order (ii), (iii), (iv), (i).

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(ii) (iv) (i) (iii)

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(iv) (ii) (i) (iii)

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(iii) (i) (ii) (iv)

Matching Language Teaching Methods

Method Analysis

Final Matching

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List-A	List-B
(a) The Grammar - Translation Method	(i) comprehensible input
(b) The Direct Method	(ii) strategic use of mother tongue
(c) Total Physical Response	(iii) shuns mother tongue
(d) The Natural Approach	(iv) oral input