Question

According to Krashen, for a learner to effectively use the monitor, which condition is not necessary?

• A. The learner must know the rule.
• B. The learner must have time to think about the form.
• C. The learner must focus on correctness.
• D. The learner must memorize vocabulary lists.

Answer 1

Answer:

D. The learner must memorize vocabulary lists.

The conditions for monitor use are: knowing the rule, having time to apply it, and focusing on correctness. Vocabulary memorization isn’t part of monitor conditions—it pertains to language knowledge but not directly to monitor use.