The Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis Suggests That

question 7

Multiple Choice

The Sapir-Whorf hypothesis suggests that:

• A)language shapes our culture, and at the same time, our culture shapes our language.
• B)men and women communicate differently because they have been socialized differently.
• C)in an individualist culture like China, emphasis is placed on getting to know one another before engaging in a transaction.
• D)conflict can be both positive and negative.
• E)bypassing can enhance verbal communication if both partners are willing.

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