Why is speaking often under-represented in traditional classrooms?
AIt is harder to teach and test
BIt is banned by most boards
CIt has no practical use
DIt needs no regular practice
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. It is harder to teach and test
1. Speaking is one of the four basic skills.
2. It is considered harder to teach and test.
3. So it is often under-represented in traditional classes.
_Source: Wikipedia, Language education, section Skill teaching_
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