Which Statement Best Characterizes Vygotsky's Interpretation of Private Speech

question 109

Multiple Choice

Which statement best characterizes Vygotsky's interpretation of private speech?

• A)It is meaningless, egocentric commentary on self-actions.
• B)It is an attempt to exclude others from a child's activities.
• C)It is active verbal output that guides one's thoughts.
• D)It is a passive verbal report of one's thoughts.

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Definitions:

Truth-Seeking

Means that a person has intellectual integrity and a courageous desire to actively strive for the best possible knowledge in any given situation. A truth-seeker asks probing questions and follows reasons and evidence wherever they lead, even if the results go against his or her cherished beliefs.

Evaluate an Argument

The process of critically analyzing an argument to determine its validity and soundness.

Negative Evaluative Adjectives

Adjectives used to express a negative judgment or assessment of someone or something.