Stretching Words Flashcards
1
Q
Why do children overextend words?
A
Trying to do a lot with a little
2
Q
What was rescorlas theory?
A
Said there was 3 stages of extension
3
Q
What are the forms of extension?
A
Categorical
Analogical
Mismatch
4
Q
What is categorical extension?
A
Labelling an entire category
Eg calling all fruit apples
Extension of hyponym to hypernym
5
Q
What is analogical extension?
A
More to do with function
Eg stroking scarf so calling it a cat
6
Q
What is mismatch extension?
A
Labelling something completely wrong that might have the association
Calling dog bed dog
