Exploring the Critical Period Hypothesis and the Case of Genie
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What is the Critical Period Hypothesis for Language?

  • A theory that suggests language acquisition is solely determined by environment
  • A theory that suggests language acquisition is solely determined by genetics
  • A theory that suggests there is no time limit for acquiring a language
  • A theory that suggests there is a limited time period during which it is possible to acquire a language to native-like levels (correct)

    • What evidence supports the Critical Period Hypothesis for Language?

  • The case of Genie, who was found at age 3 and had not been exposed to linguistic input
  • The case of Genie, who was found at age 13 and had not been exposed to linguistic input (correct)
  • The case of Genie, who was found at age 13 and had been exposed to linguistic input
  • The case of Genie, who was found at age 3 and had been exposed to linguistic input

    • What could Genie learn in language training?

  • How to use grammatical words/word parts (e.g. -s, -ed, ing) but not complex syntax
  • How to communicate a message (verbally or nonverbally) and acquire vocabulary (correct)
  • How to use grammatical words/word parts (e.g. -s, -ed, ing) and complex syntax
  • How to communicate a message (verbally or nonverbally) but not acquire vocabulary

    • What could Genie not learn in language training?

    <p>How to use grammatical words/word parts (e.g. -s, -ed, ing) and complex syntax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the cases like Genie suggest about language development after the critical period?

    <p>The language centers in the left hemisphere do not develop normally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might we hesitate to make strong claims about a critical period for human language based only on cases like Genie?

    <p>The case of Genie is an extreme and unique case</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the Critical Period Hypothesis for Language?

    <p>The limited developmental time period during which it is possible to acquire a language to native-like levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of linguists at UCLA in Genie's language development?

    <p>They worked hard to help her learn language</p> Signup and view all the answers

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