Compare and contrast syntax, pragmatics, and semantics.

What will be an ideal response?


These are three of the organizational rules of spoken language. Syntax involves the way words are combined to form acceptable phrases and sentences. Pragmatics involves the appropriate use of conversation. Semantics refers to the meaning of words and sentences.
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a. Bullying is repeated and unwanted aggressive behavior. b. Bullying is intimidation. c. Bullying and discrimination are related actions. d. Bullying is one-time and unwanted aggressive behavior.

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The courts have provided a precise and clear definition for lower courts (and schools) to follow when determining if a student's special education program is conferring meaningful educational benefit

a. True b. False

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Types of ethnographic studies may include any of the following except:

a. Critical ethnography b. Constructivist ethnography c. Instrumental ethnography d. Interpretive ethnography e. Collective ethnography

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In many programs, activity time is also called ______ time.

a. rest b. large-group c. free play d. transition

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