Ada Had an Interview for a New Job

question 15

Multiple Choice

Ada had an interview for a new job.The room that the interview was in had a mirrored wall, right behind the interviewer.As she answered questions she could see her reflection, and it began to make her very self-aware.Because of this, Ada is more likely to _____________.

• A)Be honest when answering questions
• B)Tell little white lies to make herself seem like a better job candidate
• C)Fidget and touch her face
• D)Both A and C

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Definitions:

Universal Grammar

A theory in linguistics suggesting that the ability to acquire language is innate to humans and that all languages share a common structure.

Critical Period

A specific time in development when certain skills or abilities are most easily learned.

Linguistic Determinism

The hypothesis that the structure of language shapes and limits human thought or perceptions, making it a framework through which we experience the world.

Telegraphic Speech

A stage in language development where young children use short, simple combinations of words to communicate.