The Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis (Also Called the Principle of Linguistic Relativity)

question 9

Multiple Choice

The Sapir-Whorf hypothesis (also called the principle of linguistic relativity) suggests that:

• A) although we have different labels for things, all humans share the same sense of social reality.
• B) in social interaction, nonverbal communication is as powerful as language.
• C) language can structure our perception of reality.
• D) we relate to each other on a symbolic rather than a literal level.
• E) our perception of reality can affect the dialect we speak.

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Definitions:

India

A country in South Asia, known for its diverse cultures, languages, religions, and historical significance.

Social Classes

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Fraternal Polyandry

A marital arrangement in which two or more brothers share a wife, practiced in some societies for social and economic reasons.

Tibet

An autonomous region in China known for its unique culture, religious practices, and as the home of Tibetan Buddhism.