Question

The fact that people create novel sentences, and that children learn the syntax of their native language even if they are not reinforced for doing so, are indications of weaknessin which language acquisition view?

A. biological
B. critical period
C. LAD
D. behavioral

Answer 1

Behavioral language acquisition

Explanation:

The behavior theory of language was purposed by J.B Watson. This is the theory of native language learning. It is the reaction in traditional grammar. Behaviorism was advanced in America. It was the new approach in America in the 20th century.

Learning occurs by the association between behavior and the consequences. Stimulus and response work in a manner. Through trial and error. This is the fact due to which people create novel sentences.

Children learn the syntax, even they are not motivated for this work. This indicated the weakness in that language acquisition view.