Article key theories Quiz

Who proposed the behaviorist theory of language acquisition?

• Jerome Seymour Bruner

• Jean Piaget

• Noam Chomsky

• B.F. Skinner

Which scientist is associated with the theory of innatism in language acquisition?

• B.F. Skinner

• Noam Chomsky

• Jean Piaget

• Jerome Seymour Bruner

According to Jean Piaget, what is language acquisition related to?

• To rewarded behavior

• To age and stages of cognitive development

• To social interaction

• To innate ability

What is the main belief of Jerome Seymour Bruner regarding language acquisition?

• It is acquired through interaction and experience

• It is linked to cognitive development

• It is innate and preprogrammed

• It is based on reward and punishment

Which theory suggests that behavior which is rewarded will be repeated?

• Interaction

• Innateness

• Cognitive

• Behaviourist

At what age does the critical period for language acquisition begin to decline according to Chomsky?

• 10 years

• 5 years

• 12 years

• 15 years

Which approach to language acquisition emphasizes the importance of interactions, such as conversations and games?

• Behaviourist

• Cognitive

• Interaction

• Innateness

Which study showed that children can create their own language from signs used in their households?

• Study on cognitive development

• Study on rewarded behavior

• Study on language acquisition in Nicaragua

• Study on the critical period of language

Which aspect of language development is particularly significant in the early years of life?

• Memorizing words and phrases

• The ability to follow complex grammatical rules

• Brain development and the formation of connections

• The ability to write and read

Which language acquisition method is improved by reading stories and discussing the illustrations?

• Learning by repetition

• Learning by punishment

• Learning by observation

• Learning by interaction