Evidence That There Is a Sensitive Period for Language Development

question 23

Multiple Choice

Evidence that there is a sensitive period for language development has been interpreted as supporting

• A) Skinner's account of language acquisition.
• B) the sociocultural perspective of language acquisition.
• C) Chomsky's account of language acquisition.
• D) an interactionist's account of language acquisition.

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Definitions:

Perceptual Selection

The process by which individuals choose which sensory information to focus on, influenced by factors such as interests and backgrounds.

Feng Shui

A traditional Chinese practice which aims to harmonize individuals with their surrounding environment through spatial arrangements and orientation.

Belief

A cognitive acceptance that something is true or exists, often without needing empirical evidence.

Selective Screening

The process of filtering information to focus on the most relevant or significant details, often to reduce information overload.