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According to the nativist theory, language is acquired
(A) by parents reinforcing correct language use.
(B) using an inborn ability to learn language at a certain developmental stage.
(C) best in the language and culture native to the child and parents.
(D) only if formal language instruction is provided in the child’s native language.
(E) best through the phonics instructional method, because children retain how to pronounce all the phonemes required for the language.
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(B) using an inborn ability to learn language at a certain developmental stage.
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Explanation
The nativist theory states that we are born with a language acquisition device that enables us to learn language best as children. Choice A reflects a behavioristic view of language acquisition. Nativist theory has nothing to do with native languages or the phonics instructional method.
Posted : 18/02/2024 10:47 am