When Individuals, Rather Than the Language System, Are the Final

question 33

Multiple Choice

When individuals, rather than the language system, are the final authority of word meaning, we are referring to:

• A) denotative meaning.
• B) connotative meaning.
• C) phatic communication.
• D) self-reflexive communication.

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Definitions:

War Of 1812

A military conflict between the United States and Great Britain from 1812 to 1815, mainly over issues of trade restrictions and impressment of American sailors.

Textile Industry

A sector of the economy devoted to the production of yarn, cloth, and the manufacturing of clothing and other fabric products.

Federalist Opposition

Groups or individuals that resisted or disagreed with the Federalist Party's policies in early American history, advocating for a different vision of governance and power distribution.