Language Quiz

What is language production?

• The expression of language through sounds

• The structured and conventional expression of thoughts through words

• The process of understanding spoken, written, or signed language

• The use of gestures to communicate

What is language comprehension?

• The expression of language through sounds

• The process of understanding spoken, written, or signed language

• The creation of new words and phrases

• The use of body language to communicate

Does Koko have language?

• Yes, Koko uses sign language

• No, Koko cannot communicate

• Yes, Koko speaks English

• No, Koko only makes sounds

How many phonemes are in the word "pig"?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

What is the study of how meaning in language is constructed of individual words and sentences?

• A) Morpheme

• B) Semantics

• C) Lexical meaning

• D) Syntax

What is the smallest unit of a language that conveys meaning?

• A) Syntax

• B) Semantics

• C) Morpheme

• D) Phoneme

What is the dictionary meaning of a word called?

• A) Lexical meaning

• B) Morpheme

• C) Semantics

• D) Syntax

What does syntax refer to in language structure?

• The smallest units of sound

• The practical aspects of using language

• The system for using words and word order

• The smallest units that convey meaning

At what age do children typically begin to say their first words?

• 2 years old

• 1 year old

• 3 years old

• 4 years old

What is an example of telegraphic speech?

• Up, mama, papa

• Go potty, want cookie

• Basic rules of grammar

• Understanding pauses between sentences