Every nth word is blanked out to test reading comprehension and knowledge of grammar and lexis. May be difficult to mark if gaps allow for more than one answer.
Cloze
15
Tests knowledge of grammatical structures and the relationships between them. Instructions might say: "Complete the 2nd sentence so that it means exactly the same as the 1st."
Sentence Transformation
15
tudents correct mistakes in a text, either highlighted on the text or spotting them themselves . Assesses learners' awareness of error. Highly realistic task, encouraging sts. to check their own written work.
Proofreading
15
Putting text or pictures in the correct order. Tests comprehension of written/spoken text, esp. good for testing understanding of narrative. Quick and easy to mark.
Sequencing
15
Directly tests skills of spoken interaction. Can provide direct assessment of sts.' ability to take part in spontaneous dialogue, testing listening, turn-taking and other interactive skills.
Interview
15
Tests skills of spoken interaction. Creates a real need for communication between sts. A and B. Depending on the task, may produce quite controlled language and so be easy to mark.
Information-gap activity
15
A book for learners to read containing simplified language
graded reader
15
This is all the information from the class, such as age, level or learning style.
Class profile
15
Dictionary extracts: jet-lag noun {U} What does the {U} mean?
this word cannot be used in the plural
15
What information does this extrac taken from a grammar reference provide?
gives guidance on correct and incorrect forms of language
