Examined the development of the complementizer system in the second-language learning of two four-year olds, providing evidence which suggests that the tensed complimentizer in embedded declaratives may be treated as a obligatorily null complimentizer by these children. Also examined restrictive relative clauses produced by the two subjects. (MDM)

Addresses the issue of how we know what learners know based on evidence from second language (L2) learners' spontaneous speech samples gathered longitudinally. Examines some of the problems involved in the analysis of spontaneous speech, with focus on second language studies within the generative framework. Considers the effects of the comparative…

Suggests a methodology for studying second language acquisition that is concerned with gaining insight into the use, development, and possible fossilization of interlanguage in important real-life situations. Specific interest is focused on the understanding ability of the non-native speaker to use English in discussing a technical field. (65…