Language And Mind by Noam Chomsky

Language And Mind by Noam Chomsky - Quiz

1. What is the main focus of Chomsky's work in 'Language And Mind'?

A) The relationship between language and thought.
B) The history of linguistics.
C) The evolution of species.
D) The structure of society.

2. What concept does Chomsky introduce to explain the innate ability to learn language?

A) Universal grammar.
B) Cognitive linguistics.
C) Behaviorism.
D) Pragmatics.

3. Chomsky's theory suggests that children:

A) Have an innate capacity for language.
B) Do not require social interaction.
C) Are unable to learn complex structures.
D) Learn language purely from imitation.

4. Chomsky is associated with which type of linguistics?

A) Descriptive linguistics.
B) Generative linguistics.
C) Computational linguistics.
D) Structural linguistics.

5. In 'Language And Mind', Chomsky discusses the concept of:

A) Comparative linguistics.
B) Generative grammar.
C) Historical linguistics.
D) Descriptive linguistics.

6. The term 'performance' in Chomsky's work refers to:

A) The actual use of language.
B) The ability to write.
C) Social aspects of communication.
D) The study of phonetics.

7. Chomsky's notion of 'competence' describes:

A) The social functions of language.
B) The historical changes in languages.
C) The emotional impact of language.
D) A speaker's knowledge of their language.

8. Chomsky believes that the study of language must include:

A) Statistical analysis of languages.
B) Cognitive processes.
C) Only historical context.
D) Ethnographic studies.

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