alleryMichael Swan said CLT's focus on function can leave which gap?
AGaps in formal structure
BWeak confidence in speaking
CToo little pair interaction
DOveruse of rote drilling
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Gaps in formal structure
1. Swan observed that CLT prioritizes the function of a language over its structure.
2. That can leave learners with serious gaps in knowledge of formal aspects.
3. Speaking confidence and pair work are CLT strengths.
_Source: Wikipedia, Communicative language teaching, Criticism_
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