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Different times, different methods Current teaching practice is the direct result of the acquisition-versus-learning debate. Also, both abstract theory and practical techniques hav
Gramática (Grammatics)
VUNESP · 2025
Different times, different methods
Current teaching practice is the direct result of the acquisition-versus-learning debate. Also, both abstract theory and practical techniques have been discussed, have gone in and out of fashion, and have influenced what was and is included in classrooms and teaching materials.
In the 1990s, for example, there was considerable discussion about the Lexical Approach. In the 1970s, methods such as the Silent Way were advocated, and although they may not be used much any more – certainly not as they were originally envisaged – still some of the techniques they included have been incorporated into modern teaching practice.
Amongst the plethora of ideas and techniques which have been offered over the years, some trends have had, and continue to have a significant impact on how languages are taught today.
(HARMER, J. 1998. Adaptado.)
In the excerpt from the second paragraph “and although they may not be used much any more”, the part in bold can be substituted with no change in meaning for
- are not to be used.
- undoubtedly are not used.
- are not supposed to be used.
- certainly, are not used.
- possibly are not used.
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May not be used exerce função modal de possibilidade negativa: indica incerteza sobre o fato de algo ainda ser utilizado. Substituí‑lo requer outra estrutura que mantenha essa mesma força modal.
Em possibly are not used, possibly é um advérbio de possibilidade que marca a mesma ideia de incerteza. A construção mantém a voz passiva (are + past participle) presente no original, apenas troca o modal por um marcador adverbial de probabilidade.
Assim, ambas as formas comunicam que algo pode não ser muito usado, sem afirmar certeza ou obrigação. Em português: é possível que não sejam mais muito usados, preservando o sentido do trecho original.
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