A Criticism of the Pragmatic Theory of Figurative Language Comprehension

question 12

Multiple Choice

A criticism of the pragmatic theory of figurative language comprehension is that:

• A) literal meanings always precede figurative meanings
• B) figurative meanings are slower to comprehend than literal meanings
• C) people can comprehend a figurative meaning even if the literal meaning is acceptable
• D) literal meanings violate communicative convention

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Definitions:

Anterior

Situated at the front or towards the front of the body.

Meninges

Protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord, consisting of three layers: the dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater.

Dura Mater

The outermost and toughest of the three membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, providing significant protection to the central nervous system.

Opaque

Describes a material or substance that is not transparent; light cannot pass through it.