SLP Speech & Language Development Disorders 2

Question 1

A 4-year-old uses mostly two-word utterances and has a mean length of utterance (MLU) of 1.8. This is most consistent with:

Accepted Answer

A language delay of approximately 2 years

Answer

By age 4, typical MLU is approximately 4.0–5.0 morphemes, so an MLU of 1.8 reflects roughly a 2-year delay.

Question 2

Which condition is characterized by a sudden loss of previously acquired language skills, often associated with an abnormal EEG, in a child with previously typical development?

Accepted Answer

Landau-Kleffner syndrome

Answer

Landau-Kleffner syndrome (acquired epileptic aphasia) involves regression of language after normal development, with epileptiform EEG activity.

Question 3

A child with Down syndrome is most likely to show which speech-language profile?

Accepted Answer

Relatively stronger vocabulary than phonology and grammar

Answer

Children with Down syndrome typically show a profile of relatively better vocabulary skills compared to phonology and morphosyntax.

Question 4

When assessing a child suspected of having developmental language disorder (DLD), the SLP should use:

Accepted Answer

Multiple measures including standardized tests, language samples, and parent report

Answer

Best practice for diagnosing DLD requires a comprehensive battery including standardized tests, language samples, and informant reports.

Question 5

A child produces 'wabbit' for 'rabbit' and 'wed' for 'red.' This pattern is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Gliding

Answer

Gliding is the substitution of a glide (/w/ or /j/) for a liquid (/r/ or /l/).

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SLP Speech & Language Development Disorders 2