Any External or Internal Stimulus That Triggers the Activation of Information

question 129

Multiple Choice

Any external or internal stimulus that triggers the activation of information stored in long-term memory is called a(n) _______________.

• A)schema
• B)semantic trigger
• C)icon
• D)retrieval cue

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Definitions:

Syntax

The set of rules, principles, and processes that govern the structure of sentences in a given language, specifically the order of words and phrases.

Two-Word Stage

A phase in early language acquisition where children communicate using two-word sentences.

Language Development

The process by which children acquire the ability to perceive, comprehend, and produce language, including both spoken and written forms.

Chomsky

An American linguist, philosopher, cognitive scientist, and historian who revolutionized the study of linguistics with his theory of generative grammar.