Question

In second language acquisition, what is the 'silent period'?

• A. A period where students focus on writing only
• B. A period where learners primarily listen and comprehend before speaking
• C. A period of intensive grammar study
• D. A period where learners are expected to memorize vocabulary

Answer 1

Answer:

B. A period where learners primarily listen and comprehend before speaking

The 'silent period' is a phase in language acquisition where learners listen and understand the language before they start speaking (സംസാരിക്കാൻ തുടങ്ങുന്നതിനുമുമ്പ് ഭാഷ കേൾക്കുകയും മനസ്സിലാക്കുകയും ചെയ്യുന്ന ..)