A fairly large number of people believe that animals have language abilities. Most scientific data on the point, however, indicate that animals communicate, but do not use a complicated system of symbols and syntax to convey ideas. Write your critical thinking assignment and answer all of the questions below:
Is there a difference between language and communication? Elaborate……
Do you believe that animals have language?
If so, what specific species?
Why or why not? What research is there to back up your belief?
Why do you think humans have such well-developed language abilities?