Cambridge TKT: Teaching Knowledge Test, Modules 1–3
Selection and use of resources: practice questions
Our TKT Modules 1–3 bank has 50 questions on this topic. Here are 5 of them with answers; the full mock exam draws from every topic, like the real one.
Question 1
A dictionary that gives definitions and examples only in English is...
- a bilingual dictionary with translations
- a monolingual dictionary
- a phrase book
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B. a monolingual dictionary — A monolingual dictionary uses only the target language for headwords, definitions and examples.
Question 2
Which is the best reason to use a short video clip in a lesson?
- It removes the need for a lesson plan
- It provides context and visual support for meaning
- It replaces all speaking practice in the lesson
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B. It provides context and visual support for meaning — Audio-visual aids give context and support understanding.
Question 3
Why might a teacher use a song in class?
- To give learners a placement test at the start
- To replace all grammar teaching in the course
- To practise pronunciation and rhythm in an enjoyable way
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C. To practise pronunciation and rhythm in an enjoyable way — Songs and chants help with pronunciation, rhythm and remembering language.
Question 4
Learner A describes a scene and Learner B draws it. This is...
- jigsaw reading in groups
- a crossword
- picture dictation
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C. picture dictation — In picture dictation one person describes a scene or object and others draw what they hear.
Question 5
Which book contains extra practice activities, often used for homework, to go with the coursebook?
- An activity book or workbook
- A teacher's book with answers
- A thesaurus
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A. An activity book or workbook — An activity book or workbook accompanies the coursebook with extra practice.