Semantics Is

question 45

Multiple Choice

Semantics is

• A) how language is used socially.
• B) the grammatical rules of writing.
• C) the meaning of words and sentences.
• D) the sound system and rules for the combination of sounds.

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Definitions:

Dominant Culture

The prevailing cultural practices, values, and beliefs that are considered the norm within a society or a specific social group.

Cultural Assimilation

The process through which a person or a group's language and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, often losing their original identity.

Downward Social Comparison

A psychological phenomenon where individuals compare themselves to others who are worse off in order to feel better about their own situation.

Academic Self-Esteem

An individual's self-evaluation and confidence in their academic abilities and potential for success in educational settings.