Understanding Language: Words and Sentences

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What is the basic unit of language according to the text?

  • Words (correct)
  • Sentences
  • Paragraphs
  • Phonetics

When do sentences come into play in language development?

  • At the same time as words
  • Before words
  • Irrelevant to language development
  • After words (correct)

In what way are one-word commands like 'Go.' or 'Sit.' described in the text?

  • Common in everyday conversation
  • Exclusively used by children
  • Odd and un-English
  • Rare but not unusual (correct)

How are single words used outside the context of any actual or reconstructable sentence?

<p>In warning shouts and shopping lists (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about words outside of sentences?

<p>They can be sorted and classified in various ways (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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