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While planning lessons for young learners, the teacher decided to focus on the Total Physical Response (TPR) method. Which one of the following should be used to include TPR in the lesson ?

Options

A

Must keep activities aside and instead ask questions and motivate them to respond.

B

Must ensure to add some bodily activities in class.

C

Choose activities that help them stay in their seats and work in pairs or groups.

D

Must add some listening activity in class.

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Correct Answer :

Option B

Must ensure to add some bodily activities in class.

Solution :

The correct option is Must ensure to add some bodily activities in class.

Total Physical Response (TPR) is a language teaching method developed by Dr. James Asher. It is based on the coordination of language and physical movement. In TPR, instructors give commands to students in the target language, and students respond with physical actions/movements. This approach mimics how children learn their native language, reducing anxiety and making learning engaging for young learners.

Why this option is correct:
- TPR directly emphasizes learning through motor activity and physical actions.
- Incorporating bodily activities (like commands, role-plays, gestures, and actions) aligns directly with the core philosophy of TPR.

Analysis of other options:
- Keeping activities aside and asking questions only does not involve physical movement.
- Choosing activities to keep learners in their seats contradicts the movement-based philosophy of TPR.
- Adding listening activity alone involves listening comprehension, but without the mandatory physical movement component required by TPR.

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