When Anthropologists Emphasize How Culture, Society, and a Person's Social

question 11

Multiple Choice

When anthropologists emphasize how culture, society, and a person's social position shape language, what kind of anthropology are they describing?

• A) cultural preservation
• B) sociolinguistics
• C) psychological anthropology
• D) historical linguistics

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Definitions:

Fictional Television Roles

Characters in television shows that are made up and not based on real people, created for entertainment or to convey specific themes or messages.

Hermann And Chomsky

Likely a miscombination referring to Edward S. Herman and Noam Chomsky, co-authors of the propaganda model of communication, highlighting mass media's role in reinforcing elite interests.

Corporations

Legal entities that are separate from their owners, providing them limited liability and the ability to raise capital through shares.

News Influence

The effect that news media can have on public opinion, perceptions, and behavior.