Association of Social Work Boards Masters (ASWB MSW) Practice Exam

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Expressive language involves:

  1. Understanding what is said to you

  2. Putting thoughts into words and sentences

  3. Responding to verbal commands

  4. Listening and responding in kind

The correct answer is: Putting thoughts into words and sentences

Expressive language involves the ability to put one's thoughts into words and sentences. This means that the individual is able to verbally express themselves and communicate effectively. Option A, understanding what is said to you, involves receptive language rather than expressive language. Option C, responding to verbal commands, only demonstrates the ability to follow directions and does not necessarily require the use of language. Option D, listening and responding in kind, is a combination of both expressive and receptive language skills, but does not solely focus on the ability to produce words and sentences.