The cases of Genie and Victor of Aveyron demonstrate that ______.
A)environmental triggers are necessary for language acquisition
B)language acquiisition is entirely biological
C)language acquiisition is universal regardless of context
D)language acquisition does NOT occur until at least 5 years old

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The cases of Genie and Victor of Aveyron highlight the critical role of environmental exposure to language during a sensitive period in childhood for language acquisition. Both individuals missed this critical period and struggled significantly with language later on, demonstrating that environmental triggers are necessary for language acquisition.

The Cases of Genie and Victor of Aveyron Demonstrate That