Question

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match different theories of language acquisition and development.
imitation theory active construction of grammar theory
reinforcement theory
it states that children are born with an innate ability to understand and learn languages.

it refers to childrens ability to pick up a language from their environment by mimicking adults.

it refers to reinforcement as a method of language acquisition.

Explanation:

• The "active construction of grammar theory" posits an innate language - learning ability.
• The "imitation theory" is about mimicking adults.
• The "reinforcement theory" uses reinforcement for language acquisition.

Answer:

• "it states that children are born with an innate ability to understand and learn languages." → active construction of grammar theory
• "it refers to children’s ability to pick up a language from their environment by mimicking adults." → imitation theory
• "it refers to reinforcement as a method of language acquisition." → reinforcement theory