Researchers Finding Babies Smarter Than Previously

Thought

1. At Northwestern University, researchers recently concluded that well before

babies start to ______, they recognize words and can link them to the things they

represent.

walk.

cry.

speak.

2. The Northwestern study indicates that one of the best things parents can do is

_____________________.

talk to their babies.

sing to their babies.

play with their babies.

3. Researchers think babies begin developing language skills while they are in the

_____.

bed.

crib.

womb.

4. Even before they are born, babies pick up the _________ of language.

words.

phrases.

melodies.

5. Babies who are frequently talked to will be more intelligent.

True.
False.

It's not said on the video.