Derrick Speaks to His Son Using Short Sentences with High-Pitched,exaggerated

question 8

Multiple Choice

Derrick speaks to his son using short sentences with high-pitched,exaggerated expression and clear gestures to support verbal meaning.Derrick uses __________.

• A) a referential style
• B) an expressive style
• C) infant-directed speech
• D) telegraphic speech

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Definitions:

Cnidarians

Phylum of animals that have stinging cells called cnidocytes, two tissue layers, and radial symmetry; include hydras and jellyfish.

Medusa

A free-swimming or floating stage in the life cycle of some cnidarians, typically having a bell-shaped body and tentacles.

Gastrovascular Cavity

A central digestive cavity with a single opening that functions as both mouth and anus; characteristic of cnidarians and flatworms.

Cnidarians

A diverse group of aquatic animals that includes corals, jellyfish, sea anemones, and hydras, characterized by their radial symmetry and cnidocytes, special cells used for capturing prey.