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Language and Apes Noam Chomsky said in his book, Language and Mind, that "When we study" human language, we are approaching what some might call the "human essence," the distinctive qualities of mind that are, so far as we know, unique to man." However, before we can discuss this statement we must first establish what exactly language is and what aspects make it up. Language is simply the manner through which we communicate. Communication is possible for humans through any number of forms. These include, but are not limited to, speech and sign language. Communication via language is necessary for a transfer of knowledge to take place. In order for this to occur it is necessary that more than one person comprehend the language in question, be it English, Xhousa or American Sign Language (ASL). If others can not comprehend what is being communicated to them it is because they do...

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