Invasions in the 800s and 900s

question 55

Multiple Choice

Invasions in the 800s and 900s

• A)promoted the development of feudalism.
• B)encouraged the growth of trade and commerce.
• C)led to the re-emergence of strong,centralized kingdoms in Europe.
• D)helped spread the Black Death.

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Definitions:

Nativist Approach

The theory that a genetically determined, innate mechanism directs the development of language.

Universal Grammar

A theory in linguistics postulating that the ability to acquire language is innate to humans and that all human languages share a common underlying structure.

Learning Theory Approach

The theory that language acquisition follows the basic laws of reinforcement and conditioning.

Motherese

The simplified and exaggerated speech style used by adults when talking to babies and young children, also known as child-directed speech.