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What is believed to be the earliest form of human communication?
What is believed to be the earliest form of human communication?
Approximately how long ago did humans develop the ability to produce complex speech sounds?
Approximately how long ago did humans develop the ability to produce complex speech sounds?
Which anatomical feature is essential for human speech production?
Which anatomical feature is essential for human speech production?
What is the name of the theory suggesting that human language evolved from vocal imitation of natural sounds?
What is the name of the theory suggesting that human language evolved from vocal imitation of natural sounds?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a major stage in the development of human language?
Which of the following is NOT considered a major stage in the development of human language?
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Study Notes
Early Human Communication
- The earliest form of human communication is believed to be vocal sounds and gestures.
Development of Complex Speech
- Humans developed the ability to produce complex speech sounds approximately 100,000 years ago.
Human Speech Production
- The larynx (voice box) is the anatomical feature crucial for human speech production.
Language Evolution Theories
- The onomatopoeia theory suggests that human language evolved from vocal imitation of natural sounds.
Stages of Language Development
- The major stages in the development of human language are:
- Protolanguage
- Symbolic communication
- Grammatical language
- Telepathic communication is NOT considered one of the major stages in language development.
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Explore the origins of human communication and speech. Learn about the earliest forms of human communication and the development of complex speech sounds. Discover the crucial anatomical features that enable human speech production.
