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Contrastive perspectives on the reliability of grammar testing: The case of the verb phrase in L2 English

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  • JACOBS, Geert
  • BRAECKE, Chris

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In this article we present the preliminary results of empirical research on the reliability of grammar testing. The following testing techniques are examined: multiple choice, translation, gap-filling and, finally, performance. In particular, for the purposes of this paper we set up four different tests to identify knowledge of the English verb phrase among native speakers of Dutch. Drawing from a detailed examination of selected results it is concluded that a renewed interest in a contrastive approach to language testing and practice is to be recommended.

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  • JACOBS, Geert & BRAECKE, Chris, 2001. "Contrastive perspectives on the reliability of grammar testing: The case of the verb phrase in L2 English," Working Papers 2001032, University of Antwerp, Faculty of Business and Economics.
    • Handle: RePEc:ant:wpaper:2001032
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    Grammar testing; Contrastive analysis; L2 English; The English verb phrase;
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    • L2 - Industrial Organization - - Firm Objectives, Organization, and Behavior

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