In a field hockey unit, why is pre-teaching vocabulary and equipment terms beneficial for emergent bilingual students?

• A. Students will participate more confidently as they understand terms and movements
• B. Vocabulary knowledge has little impact on participation
• C. Pre-teaching delays the activity without benefits
• D. Emergent bilingual students should not be instructed separately

Answer: (A)

Introducing vocabulary and equipment terms before a field hockey lesson helps emergent bilingual students access instructions and safety cues more easily. When students know what terms mean and what equipment is used, they can anticipate actions, follow demonstrations, and perform movements with less hesitation. This builds confidence and engagement, so they participate more actively from the start rather than feeling unsure or behind. In field hockey, understanding terms like dribble, pass, shoot, and grip, along with knowing the equipment and safety gear, lets them connect language to action and follow routines more smoothly. Pre-teaching can be woven into the warm-up or demonstrations without significantly delaying the activity, and it supports a safe, inclusive learning environment.