You Are Creating a Language Development Timeline for a Class

question 119

Multiple Choice

You are creating a language development timeline for a class presentation.Along the top of a display board,you write the following ages in sequence: 3 months ? 6 months ? 1 year ? 2 years.How should you label these ages,from youngest to oldest?

• A) prevocal learning ? babbling ? first words ? telegraphic speech
• B) babbling ? prevocal learning ? first words ? telegraphic speech
• C) babbling ? first words ? telegraphic speech ? pragmatic speech
• D) prevocal learning ? first words ? telegraphic speech ? syntactic competence

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Epidermis

The outermost layer of cells covering the body of an organism, providing protection against environmental factors.

Bundle Sheaths

Layers of tightly packed cells surrounding vascular bundles in plants, playing a key role in the process of photosynthesis in certain species.

Stipule Cells

Cells found at the base of the petiole in some plants, forming a structure known as a stipule, which may protect budding leaves or other functions.

Waxy Layers

Protective coatings found on the surfaces of plants and some insects, preventing water loss and providing defense against pests.