Which of the following is an example of a child applying pragmatics in communication?
A. Five-year-old Habid describes a lion as a big cat when he converses with his 3-year-old brother.
B. Four-year-old Salma shares a secret with her friend and giggles.
C. Four-year-old Samantha frequently uses direct commands when speaking to adults.
D. Three-year-old Angela refuses to look at her father when she speaks as he did not allow her to play.
Answer: A
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