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In the Presentation stage of PPP, the teacher typically introduces and models the target language in context.
True
The Practice stage of PPP is designed for students to use language freely without restrictions.
False, that's Production.
Individual repetition is a common technique used during the Practice phase.
True
The Production stage focuses mainly on accuracy rather than fluency.
False — it emphasises freer, creative use.
PPP is generally considered most effective for advanced learners who already have strong communicative skills.
False — it’s more suited to beginners/elementary levels.
One major criticism of PPP is that it assumes learners progress in a neat, linear fashion.
True
PPP is often criticised for giving too much control to learners and not enough to teachers.
False — the opposite is true.
In Byrne’s circular model, teachers and students can enter the cycle at different points depending on needs.
True
In Scrivener’s ARC model, “Restricted use” refers to activities that allow students to communicate freely without constraints.
False — that describes “Authentic use.”
In the ARC model, the Clarification and Focus phase involves analysing language and addressing errors.
True
ESA and ARC were created to provide more flexible lesson structures than PPP.
True
In Lewis’s OHE model, students experiment with language before they have observed any examples.
False — observation comes first.
PPP has been criticised for oversimplifying the complexity of real language acquisition.
True
Prabhu believed that learners could acquire language effectively while focusing on meaning‑based tasks rather than explicit grammar.
True
The Pre‑task stage in Willis’s framework involves students reporting their task results to the class.
False — that happens in the Report stage.
During the Task cycle, the teacher typically monitors from a distance rather than controlling the interaction.
True
