What Is the Relationship Between Language and Social Inequality

question 55

Multiple Choice

What is the relationship between language and social inequality?

• A) Language may reproduce the inequalities that exist in society.
• B) The language that people use may alter social stereotypes to some extent.
• C) The power relations in a situation provide a context for the meanings of particular expressions.
• D) All of these choices are true.

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Definitions:

World War I

A global conflict that took place primarily in Europe between 1914 and 1918, involving many of the world's great powers.

American Involvement

Participation or engagement of the United States in international affairs or conflicts.

Hyphenated Americans

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World War I

A global conflict that took place primarily in Europe from 1914 to 1918, involving many world powers.