Froggy Jumps Fluency and accuracy in speaking / Error correctionOnline version What are freer speaking activities, how can they help language development and how can you make them go well? by Sevara Irgasheva 1 What is the main goal of fluency activities in speaking practice? a To focus on making no mistakes b To prioritize speed and communication over perfection c To ensure every word is pronounced correctly 2 Which of the following is an example of a fluency activity for speaking practice? a Reading a text aloud and focusing on correct pronunciation b Engaging in a discussion without worrying about minor errors c Completing a gap-fill exercise with a partner 3 What is the primary focus of accuracy activities in speaking practice? a Making sure every word is pronounced perfectly b Prioritizing communication over perfection c Correctly using grammar and vocabulary 4 Which of the following is an example of an accuracy activity for speaking practice? a Describing a picture focusing on grammar accuracy b Telling a personal story without any preparation c Role-playing a scenario with a partner 5 When correcting errors in speaking activities, what approach is generally recommended for providing feedback? a Correcting every mistake immediately b Ignoring errors to avoid discouraging students c Providing feedback on recurring errors or those hindering communication 6 Why is it important to balance fluency and accuracy activities in speaking practice? a Fluency activities are more engaging for students b Accuracy activities are easier to implement in the classroom c It helps students develop both speed and precision in speaking 7 What can students do if they finish the main activity early in a fluency-based lesson? a Ask them to point out mistakes made by others b Ignore them c Co-opt them as your assistant 8 What is the emphasis during end-of-lesson segments when addressing errors made by students in fluency-based lessons? a Focus on teaching the desired language rather than singling out students b Ignoring errors completely c Criticism of individual students 9 What is a recommended way to engage students in error correction at the end of a lesson? a Punish the students who made errors b Ask students to leave the class if they make mistakes c Involve students in a collaborative discussion about errors seen or heard
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