The problems experienced by Genie, the social isolate, are believed to demonstrate
A) that childhood is the critical period in the development of language ability.
B) that once a child enters puberty, language learning becomes easier.
C) that socialization can begin at any age.
D) that the English language is genetically programmed.

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Genie's case supports the critical period hypothesis in language development, suggesting that there is a specific time frame during childhood when language acquisition must occur for it to develop normally. Her difficulties in acquiring language after being isolated for years indicate the importance of early language exposure.

The Problems Experienced by Genie, the Social Isolate, Are Believed