Which of the following terms describes a child's sensitivity to the sound patterns that are specific to his language?
A)Dialogic sensitivity
B)Operational efficiency
C)Phonological awareness
D)Semantic acuity

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Phonological awareness refers to a child's ability to recognize and manipulate the sounds (phonemes) in words. It includes the sensitivity to the sound patterns that are specific to the child's language, such as recognizing that words in English often end in -ing or that certain letters often represent certain sounds. Dialogic sensitivity refers to a child's ability to participate in conversations and understand social cues in communication. Operational efficiency refers to a child's ability to efficiently process and manipulate information. Semantic acuity refers to a child's ability to understand and use language to express meaning.

Which of the Following Terms Describes a Child's Sensitivity to the Sound