When a teacher organizes word building game in the class, he uses

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The correct option is 2:

The approach described, where a teacher organizes a "word building game," falls directly under the **Play way method** of teaching. This method emphasizes learning through activities, games, and enjoyment, particularly for younger learners, making the process less formal and more engaging. Word building games, such as using Scrabble tiles, letter cards, or interactive vocabulary challenges, turn the often-difficult task of learning vocabulary and word formation into a fun activity, which is the core principle of the Play way method. This method respects the natural impulse of children to play, using it as a tool for cognitive development, vocabulary acquisition, and skills practice.

The incorrect option is 1 (Direct method):
The Direct Method focuses on teaching language directly through constant use of the target language (English), without translation or reference to the mother tongue. While it encourages active language use, it does not specifically define the *manner* of activity as being centered on games, but rather on direct communication and demonstration.

The incorrect option is 3 (Structural approach):
The Structural Approach focuses on teaching language by systematically selecting and grading sentence patterns and grammatical structures. A word-building game might involve some structural elements, but the primary focus of the game itself is the playful construction of words, not the systematic drilling of grammar or sentence structure, which is the hallmark of this approach.

The incorrect option is 4 (Communicative approach):
The Communicative Approach (or Communicative Language Teaching, CLT) focuses on developing the learner's ability to communicate effectively in real-life situations. While games can be used in CLT, its main goal is meaningful interaction and functional use of language, whereas a simple word-building game focuses more narrowly on vocabulary and lexical skills rather than comprehensive communication practice.