When Children Hear an Unfamiliar Word in a Familiar and Highly

question 66

Multiple Choice

When children hear an unfamiliar word in a familiar and highly structured situation, they likely form an idea of the word's meaning and how that word might fit into their existing repertoire. This phenomenon has been termed:

• A) pragmatism.
• B) fast mapping.
• C) mental module.
• D) telegraphic ability.

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Definitions:

Children

Young human beings who are in the early stages of their life, generally considered to be under the age of adolescence.

Empathetic Responses

Reactions that demonstrate understanding and sharing of another person's feelings or emotions.

Moment-by-moment Experiencing

Paying attention to and processing experiences as they happen in real-time.

Discreetly Interrogate

To gently question or seek information from someone in a manner that is respectful, considerate, and maintains confidentiality.