Parrots Seem to Talk

question 53

Multiple Choice

Parrots seem to talk.They utter words that sound like human language.Thus,can this behavior be thought to be speech? Which statement about parrots is supported by the research?

• A)Parrots have been shown to be able to master syntax.
• B)Parrots have the language abilities of a 3-year-old child.
• C)Parrot communication with dolphins has been firmly established.
• D)none of these

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Primitive Personality

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Id

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