3.5 - Communication & Language Development

Question 1

Language

Answer 1

system of communication

Question 2

phonemes

Answer 2

are the smallest units of sound (vowels and consonants). 44 sounds

Question 3

morphemes

Answer 3

are the units of meaning, i.e. words and meaningful parts of words such as suffixes, prefixes).

Question 4

Semantics

Answer 4

meaning of words

Question 5

grammar

Answer 5

refers to the rules for using words, including semantics (meaning of words) and syntax (how the order of words makes meaning).

Question 6

syntax

Answer 6

how the order of words makes meanings

Question 7

nonverbal cues

Answer 7

includes facial expressions, gestures and body language which help express feelings and intentions

Question 8

cooing

Answer 8

characterized by the production of vowel like sounds, “oo”, “ah.” First form of vocal communication.

Question 9

babbling

Answer 9

often repeated patterns of sounds– “ba-ba”

Question 10

one-word stage

Answer 10

: understanding and beginning to say many nouns (1 at a time). “Mama” or “Dada”

Question 11

telegraphic speech

Answer 11

adding verbs, and making sentences but missing words (“See bird! Play Hockey, Daddy Milk”)

Question 12

overgeneralization

Answer 12

words, like “ I am going to broom the floor” or “I goed to the store”