When using syntactic bootstrapping, a child
a. uses a word's placement in a sentence to help determine its meaning.
b. generates a one-word utterance that has the meaning of a full sentence.
c. uses a grammar rule in an inappropriate manner (e.g., uses the -ed which means past tense on a word like run to create the word runned).
d. is able to immediately connect a word in one language to its counterpart in a second language.
Question 2In the DSM-5, the topic of autism is
a. entirely removed from the text.
b. discussed as a single category of autism spectrum disorders rather than a list that includes numerous subcategories.
c. replaced with a broader category referred to as conduct disorders of autistic type and references to linguistic problems have been dropped.
d. unchanged.
Question 3Concerning language development, joint attention is best defined as occurring when
a. a baby and parent view an object together.
b. a parent directs a child's gaze to an object and names the object for the child.
c. two infants repeat the same nonsense word.
d. the same word is used to describe several unrelated objects.
Question 4Luc was one of the first boys in his grade to grow taller, become more muscular, and excel in sports. Luc was popular with everyone. What is the downside of early puberty in boys?
What will be an ideal response?
Question 5The DSM in DSM-5 refers to the
a. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
b. Doctor's Scientific/Psychological Medical Guide
c. Diagram of Severe Mental Illnesses
d. Direct Services Method of Psychological Intervention
Question 6One-year-old Van Damn's ability to learn the meaning of words has been greatly enhanced by the fact that his dad, Claude, often points and repeatedly names objects that are around Van Damn. Claude's teaching style best reflects the process of
a. intonation.
b. vocabulary spurt.
c. joint attention.
d. decontextualized language.
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