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Which of the following is a key concept in Zhinkin's theory of speech production?

• The "speech center" in the brain

• The importance of articulation

• The role of inner speech

• The influence of grammar rules

According to Zhinkin, what is the primary function of inner speech?

• To plan and organize thoughts

• To express emotions

• To communicate with others

• To develop language skills

What field did Nikolai Zhinkin specialize in?

 

• Linguistics

• Mathematics

• Chemistry

• Physics

Which of the following stages of speech development is NOT included in Zhinkin's model?

• Pre-speech

• Egocentric Speech

• Inner Speech

• Social Speech

What is the relationship between thought and speech, according to Zhinkin?

• Speech is a direct expression of thought.

• Thought is a prerequisite for speech.

• Speech and thought are separate processes.

• Speech and thought are intertwined and interdependent.

How does Zhinkin's theory emphasize the role of social interaction in speech development?

• By focusing on the development of communicative competence.

• By highlighting the role of language models in the child's environment.

• By arguing that social interaction is crucial for the acquisition of inner speech.

• All of the above.

Zhinkin believed that speech is a purely physiological process.

• True

• False

Inner speech is a silent form of language used for self-regulation and thinking.

• True

• False

Zhinkin's theory emphasized the importance of language acquisition in early childhood.

• True

• False

Egocentric speech is a form of speech that is directed towards oneself and is not intended for others.

• True

• False