According to Vygotsky, Children Use "Private Speech

question 101

Multiple Choice

According to Vygotsky, children use "private speech"

• A) because they enjoy hearing themselves talk.
• B) because they are egocentric.
• C) to keep others from talking to them.
• D) to guide their own behavior.
• E) to talk to imaginary friends.

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Definitions:

Inferiority

A feeling of lower standing compared to others, which can stem from real or perceived shortcomings and can motivate efforts to improve oneself or lead to feelings of resignation.

Disturbed Person

An individual experiencing mental or emotional disruption, impacting their daily functioning or behavior.

Smoking

The act of inhaling and exhaling the smoke of tobacco or a drug, which can lead to various health issues including lung cancer.

Conscious

Pertaining to being aware of one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, surroundings, etc.