alleryWhich is one of the two main goals of grammar–translation classes?
AFluent conversation
BReading its literature
CNative-like accent
DActing in school plays
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Reading its literature
1. One goal is reading ability sufficient for literature.
2. The other is general mental discipline.
3. Conversation, pronunciation and acting are not its aims.
_Source: Wikipedia, Grammar–translation method, Principles and goals_
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