The Smallest Units of Sound in a Spoken Language Are

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Multiple Choice

The smallest units of sound in a spoken language are known as

• A) syntax.
• B) semantics.
• C) morphemes.
• D) phonemes.

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Definitions:

Immigrants

Individuals who move from one country to another with the intention of settling in the new country.

North American-born

Individuals born in the North American continent, encompassing births in countries such as Canada, the United States, and Mexico.

Ancestor Worship

A religious practice based on the belief that deceased family members have a continued existence and may possess the ability to influence the fortune of the living.

Departed Family Members

Relatives who have passed away, leaving a void in the family structure and dynamic.