Chapter 10 Discussed Lakoff's Concept of Framing, in Connection with Language

question 41

Multiple Choice

Chapter 10 discussed Lakoff's concept of framing, in connection with language production. Which of the following options is the best example of a frame?

• A) You and a friend have different ideas about the concept of "freedom."
• B) The German language typically places the verb at the end of a sentence, whereas the English language typically places the verb toward the beginning of a sentence.
• C) People who have worked together for many months are more skilled at creating directives.
• D) A person tries to use carefully calculated language, in order to bribe a police officer.

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