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What is the main idea behind the Bow-Wow theory of language origin?
What is the main idea behind the Bow-Wow theory of language origin?
- Imitation of sounds in the environment (correct)
- Coordination of physical actions with vocalizations
- Vocal responses to emotional states
- Mimicry of animal sounds
What aspect of language involves understanding words and sentences?
What aspect of language involves understanding words and sentences?
- Productive language
- Phonology
- Receptive language (correct)
- Semantics
What is the primary focus of the field of linguistics?
What is the primary focus of the field of linguistics?
- The structure of a specific language
- The evolution of human language
- The study of language in general (correct)
- The social and cultural aspects of language
What does the study of pragmatics in language focus on?
What does the study of pragmatics in language focus on?
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What is the key difference between standard and non-standard English?
What is the key difference between standard and non-standard English?
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According to which theory did language originate from vocal responses to pain and fear?
According to which theory did language originate from vocal responses to pain and fear?
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Which component of language deals with the sound system?
Which component of language deals with the sound system?
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What is the main difference between productive and receptive language?
What is the main difference between productive and receptive language?
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