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Communication and Language Development

Total questions: 17

Worksheet time: 16mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Language is defined as...

a)

The manipulation of vocal cords to produce sounds.

b)

A system that enables individuals to express ideas and communicate to others who use the same code.

c)

The exclusive use of words to convey ideas and emotions.

d)

A set of unchanging rules governing communication.

2.

Speech is defined as the (a)   of language, the ​ (b)   to communicate ​ (c)   ; speech depends on ​ (d)   ; the ability to produce sounds ​ (e)   and correctly.

(Allen et al., 2020)

Choose from the below words
sounds
ability
verbally
articulations
distinctly
3.

Communication is defined as the ​ (a)   of thoughts and ​ (b)   , feelings and ​ (c)   likes and ​ (d)   .

(Allen et al., 2020)

Choose from the below words
exchange
ideas
emotions
dislikes
4.

Communication includes more than just expressive language, it also includes

a)

Gestures and body language.

b)

Music, dance, painting, sculpting, theatre.

c)

Printed word-letters, magazines, texts, memes.

d)

Transmitting information through telepathic means.

5.

A speech impairment is...

a)

Limited vocabulary and grammar skills.

b)

characterized by difficulty in the articulation of words.

c)

Inability to comprehend text.

d)

Difficulty in understanding spoken language.

6.

Articulation refers to...

a)

The sounds, syllables, and phonology produced by the individual.

b)

The speed at which one speaks.

c)

The volume and pitch of one's voice.

d)

The ability to comprehend complex thoughts.spesepasdsdf

7.

Voice refers to...

a)

the ability to speak loudly and effectively

b)

the speed and intensity at which one speaks.

c)

emotional tone conveyed in speech.

d)

the characteristics of sounds produced-pitch, quality and intensity of sound.

8.

What does the term "fluency" refer to?

a)

The complexity of vocabulary used.

b)

the characteristics of rhythm, rate and emphasis of sound produced.

c)

The clarity of pronounciation.

d)

The speed and intensity at which one speaks.

9.

A language impairment is an impairment in (a)   and ​ (b)   thoughts and ideas. It involves the ​ (c)   of ​ (d)   information.

(Allen et al., 2020)

Choose from the below words
understanding
sharing
processing
linguistic
10.

Language impairment might include the form of language, including ​ (a)   , ​ (b)   and morphology. It can also include ​ (c)   and ​ (d)  

(Allen et al., 2020)

Choose from the below words
grammar
syntax
semantics
pragmatics.
sharing
11.

What are the five signs of speech delay that were identified in the video?

4 lines
12.

B.F. Sinner explained that a child learns to talk by (a)   words and then receiving ​ (b)   or ​ (c)   .

Choose from the below words
imitating
feedback
reinforcement
babbling
communication
13.

This is an example of:

a)

A method of vocabulary development for children with cognitive impairment.

b)

Technique for prompting vocal projection.

c)

A system of communication for those with hearing impairments

d)

picture exchange communication system to assist children with speech delays.

14.

The Reggio Emilia Approach cites the "Hundred Languages of Children". This refers to:

a)

Children being capable and knowledgeable and can construct their own learning in creative ways.

b)

Children learn languages quickly.

c)

Children are vessels to be filled by educators.

d)

No child develops speech in the same way at the same rate.

15.

A child who has difficulty saying what they want to say correctly and consistently in the right sequence is called:

a)

aphasia

b)

dysarthria

c)

stuttering

d)

apraxia

16.

An anxiety disorder that affects children's ability to speak to people is called:

a)

stuttering

b)

aphasia

c)

selective mutism

d)

speech apraxia

17.

Stuttering is a speech problem that can cause:

a)

children to avoid speaking some words

b)

an attempt to speak with no sound coming out

c)

repetition of whole or parts of words

d)

A, B and C.