The Telegraphic Stage of Language Acquisition

What is the telegraphic stage of language acquisition?

• A critical phase in a child's development where they use short sentences

• A stage where children use full sentences with complex grammar

• A phase where children only use single words

• A stage where children communicate using gestures only

At what age does the telegraphic stage typically occur?

• Between 24 to 30 months

• Between 12 to 18 months

• Between 36 to 42 months

• Between 6 to 12 months

What is a characteristic feature of sentences during the telegraphic stage?

• They often lack verbs, prepositions, or articles

• They are always grammatically correct

• They include complex conjunctions

• They are full sentences with detailed descriptions

How do children communicate during the telegraphic stage?

• Using very short sentences similar to telegrams

• Using full sentences with proper grammar

• Using only single words

• Using gestures and sounds

What continues to develop during the telegraphic stage besides sentence structure?

• Articulation skills and vocabulary

• Mathematical skills

• Reading comprehension

• Artistic abilities