Children's Understanding of Sarcasm

question 60

Multiple Choice

Children's understanding of sarcasm

• A) occurs only when a mocking or overly enthusiastic tone of voice is present.
• B) occurs only when a comment does not match the context of the comment.
• C) does not differ from adults' understanding of sarcasm.
• D) is well developed by the time children enter school.

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