Explain Martin Braine's concept of pivot grammar
What will be an ideal response?
Pivot grammar explains children's use of a single word functioning in a fixed position with other word's filling in the two-word slot. For example, "Mom here, kitty here, book here.".
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A. having HIV antibodies and at least two infectious diseases B. having HIV antibodies and engaging in risky behaviors C. having HIV antibodies and a level of T-cells below 200 D. having HIV antibodies
Children who are fearful, easily startled, and confused between reality and fantasy are expressing symptoms of
child abuse. post-traumatic stress disorder. neglect. battered child syndrome.
Why did the author hike on the Appalachian Trail?
a. He told his father he would several years ago. b. His father had wanted to hike this trail but never did. c. It was a family tradition after the death of a family member. d. His mother asked him to join her on a memorial walk.
When deciding on careers, youths from middle- and upper-income homes are more likely to value __________ work rewards, whereas youths from lower-income homes are more likely to value __________ work rewards
A) altruistic; social B) extrinsic; intrinsic C) intrinsic; extrinsic D) social; altruistic