Table 3.

Sample sequence for testing paradigm using modi as the target word.

Task	Examiner’s statement	Child’s response
Uncued production	“What’s this called?”	C names object.
If the child does not produce a label, the experimenter provides a scaffolded cue.
Cued production	“It’s called a “mo_. What’s this called?”	C names object.
If the child does not produce an accurate labeling after cueing, the experimenter holds up the object and says, “I know, it’s a modi.”
Preference	“Which one is your favorite?”	C points to favorite
Comprehension	“Show me the modi.”	C points to object.
If the child does not accurately identify the target object, the experimenter holds up the target and says, “No, that’s not it. Here it is!” and moves on to the next trial. If the child accurately identifies the target object, the experimenter administers the extension phase.
Extension	“Is there another one?”	C points to object or indicates no.
If the child accurately identifies the target extension, the experimenter repeats the extension until the child indicates there are no more extensions or there are no more objects left on the tray.