Whorf's Linguistic Determinism Hypothesis Emphasizes That

question 107

Multiple Choice

Whorf's linguistic determinism hypothesis emphasizes that

• A) infancy is a critical period for language development.
• B) all languages share a similar grammar.
• C) our linguistic proficiencies influence our social status.
• D) words shape the way people think.

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Definitions:

Irresistible Impulse

A legal defense asserting that a defendant was unable to control their actions due to a mental illness, leading to a criminal act.

American Law Institute (ALI)

A prestigious, independent organization in the United States that produces scholarly work to clarify, modernize, and improve the law.

M'Naghten Rule

A legal principle used to determine whether a defendant was mentally capable of understanding the nature of their actions at the time of their crime, influencing criminal responsibility.

Uncontrollable Impulse Rule

A legal defense arguing that a defendant was unable to control their actions due to an overwhelming impulse, leading to criminal behavior.