The Prelinguistic Stage of Verbal Communication in the Newborn (Birth

question 56

Multiple Choice

The prelinguistic stage of verbal communication in the newborn (birth to four weeks) is characterized by _________.

• A)a reflexive crying response to any cause of tension
• B)separate cries for hunger and pain, and cooing for pleasure
• C)separate cries for hunger, anger, and wet diapers
• D)a reflexive cry followed by distinguishable cries for hunger, anger, and pain

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Definitions:

Gastrula

An early stage in embryonic development that follows the blastula, characterized by the formation of germ layers.

Archenteron

is the primary gut that forms during early embryonic development in animals, leading to the formation of the digestive tract.

Allantois

An embryonic membrane in birds, reptiles, and mammals that is involved in gas exchange and the collection of waste products.

Caenorhabditis Elegans

A free-living, transparent nematode (roundworm), widely used as a model organism in genetic and developmental biology.