Your Text Reports the Case of a Girl Named Genie

question 136

Multiple Choice

Your text reports the case of a girl named Genie who was exposed to virtually no language from the age of 20 months until the age of 13. In what way does Genie's case offer support for the notion of a critical period in language acquisition

• A)With intensive instruction, Genie acquired a sizeable vocabulary after the age of 13; moreover, she eventually mastered the rules of syntax.
• B)Even with intensive instruction, Genie acquired only a very small vocabulary after the age of 13; furthermore, she never mastered the complexities of language.
• C)Once she was no longer isolated, Genie acquired a sizeable vocabulary and eventually mastered the rules of syntax, even without intensive formal instruction.
• D)Despite her isolation, Genie acquired a sizeable vocabulary and mastered the rules of syntax.

---

Definitions:

Task Behavior

The actions and activities an individual undertakes to achieve a specific objective.

Relationship Behavior

Actions and interactions that define the nature of relationships between individuals or groups.

Subordinates

Employees or team members who are ranked lower within an organization's hierarchy and report to a supervisor or manager.

Initiating Structure

A leadership behavior that involves setting up clear roles, tasks, and goals, and organizing work processes to achieve objectives.