Theoretical Linguists Rely on the Idea of a ________, or Innate

question 27

Multiple Choice

Theoretical linguists rely on the idea of a ________, or innate grammar, to explain how children form creoles out of pidgins.

• A)calque
• B)phyla
• C)bioprogram
• D)cognate

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Definitions:

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Stereotype

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