In Vygotsky's Theory of Cognitive Development, What Important Role Does

question 23

Multiple Choice

In Vygotsky's theory of cognitive development, what important role does inner speech play?

• A) By giving themselves directions about the things to do and in what order, children guide themselves through complex tasks.
• B) By using words mentally as well as orally, children develop more abstract representations of the world.
• C) By practicing various grammatical structures mentally, children acquire more complex language capabilities.
• D) By talking to themselves about what they should have done or said in a particular situation, children remember the situation more vividly.

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Definitions:

Social Order

The organized pattern of social relationships and social institutions that together compose society.

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