When We Study Semantic Rules, We Learn That

question 29

Multiple Choice

When we study semantic rules, we learn that

• A)​words mean a lot in and of themselves.
• B)​understanding occurs as a result of users agreeing on the same meanings for words.
• C)​words typically can be interpreted in only one way.
• D)​meanings rest more in words than in the people who use them.
• E)​All of these choices are correct are true about semantic rules.

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Definitions:

Cultural Superiority

The belief that one's own culture is superior to others, often leading to the imposition of one's cultural values on other societies.

Indigenous Groups

Ethnic groups who are the original inhabitants of a given region, prior to colonization or the formation of state boundaries.

Printing Press

A mechanical device for applying pressure to an inked surface resting upon a print medium (such as paper or cloth), thus transferring the ink, marking a pivotal moment in the history of publishing and the spread of information.