What was the initial belief about apes and sign language?

Ape Language Studies: Examining Communication Between Humans and Our Closest Relatives

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Apes could communicate using sign language.
Apes could write using human alphabets.
Apes could fully understand and use human language.
Apes could mimic human speech sounds.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main ethical concern with the Gua experiment?
It involved changing the life of an ape for human curiosity.
The experiment was too expensive.
The experiment was not scientifically documented.
The ape was not fed properly.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Washoe known for in the context of language studies?
Writing sentences on a board.
Using American Sign Language to communicate.
Learning to speak English words.
Using lexograms to communicate.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Herbert Terras' main criticism of ape language studies?
Apes were too aggressive to be trained.
Apes were not intelligent enough to learn language.
Apes were just mimicking trainers and not truly understanding language.
Apes could only learn a few words.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What method does Kanzi use to communicate?
Written symbols on paper
Spoken English
American Sign Language
Lexograms on a touchscreen
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Kanzi's use of lexograms differ from previous ape language studies?
It involves more human interaction.
It is less ambiguous and more scientifically rigorous.
It uses more complex sentences.
It is based on vocal communication.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a limitation of Kanzi's language use?
He only uses lexograms to express emotions.
He cannot follow any commands.
He rarely combines lexograms to convey new ideas.
He cannot understand any abstract concepts.
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