Cases Such as the "Wild Boy of Aveyron" and "Genie

question 55

Multiple Choice

Cases such as the "Wild Boy of Aveyron" and "Genie" cause us to wonder whether language is

• A) infinitely generative.
• B) a result more of heredity or of environment.
• C) based on abstract or concrete symbols.
• D) more a question of phonology or syntax.

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Definitions:

Propriate Striving

The effort to achieve goals that are consistent with one's self-image and essential aspects of the personality, as outlined by Gordon Allport.

Factor Analysis

A statistical method used to identify clusters of related variables, often applied in psychology to explore underlying factors in personality, intelligence, and other areas.

Statistical Analysis

The process of collecting, exploring, and interpreting data to discover underlying patterns, trends, and relationships, using mathematical theories and formulas.

Free Association

A psychoanalytic method where the patient vocalizes their immediate thoughts and feelings without any form of censorship to reveal underlying unconscious processes.