Question

How does the Bilingual Method prevent tedious parroting of input?

• A. By having students translate L2 phrases into L1 without context.
• B. By linking L2 meaning directly through L1
• C. By encouraging students to speak only in L2 from the beginning.
• D. By focusing solely on grammatical rules without practical application.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. By linking L2 meaning directly through L1

• No need for meaningless repetition of unknown words.

• Learners grasp meaning first, then practice in L2.

• This makes drills purposeful, not mechanical.