Chomsky Has Argued That Children

question 102

Multiple Choice

Chomsky has argued that children:

• A) must learn the grammatical rules of any language through a trial-and-error process
• B) quickly grasp the surface structure of a language, but have great difficulty with what he termed the deep structure of language
• C) have a built-in preparedness to acquire grammar
• D) have an innate tendency to name objects

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Definitions:

Herb

A plant with leaves, seeds, or flowers used for flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume.

Exaptation

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Tiktaalik

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