LITERARY SPHERE

Sample Blog Post UGC NET English: Unit 5 Language, Basic Concepts, Theories & Pedagogy – English in Use 25 Multiple-Choice Questions Which of the following best defines “Language Acquisition Device” (LAD) as proposed by Noam Chomsky? A specific part of the brain responsible for learning second languages. A hypothetical module of the human mind that allows infants to acquire and produce language. The process of learning a language through explicit instruction and drilling. The ability of animals to communicate complex ideas. Correct Answer: b Chomsky’s LAD is a foundational concept in his theory of Universal Grammar, suggesting an innate human capacity for language acquisition. The concept of “competence” in Chomsky’s linguistic theory refers to: The actual use of language in concre...