The Case of Genie, a Child Who Lived in Conditions

question 34

Multiple Choice

The case of Genie, a child who lived in conditions of isolation and neglect for more than 11 years:

• A) was of little public or scientific interest.
• B) turned out to be faked.
• C) is difficult to evaluate because her experience affected every aspect of her health and development.
• D) suggests that participation in a normal social environment is essential to the process of language acquisition.

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Definitions:

Conscious Decision

A decision made with full awareness and deliberate thought, often involving consideration of potential consequences and alternatives.

Voluntary

An action or decision made based on an individual's own will or choice without external coercion.

Automatic Response

A reaction or response that is performed without conscious thought, often as a result of innate or learned behavior.

Voluntary Action

An action that is performed with conscious control, as opposed to reflexive or automatic actions.