The Surface Structure of a Sentence Is The

question 148

Multiple Choice

The surface structure of a sentence is the:

• A) actual sequence of words in the sentence.
• B) underlying meaning of the sentence.
• C) syntax of the sentence.
• D) symbolic meaning of the sentence.

---

Definitions:

Personality Psychology

Refers to the branch of psychology that studies individual differences, traits, and patterns of thought and emotions that characterize a person over time.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and ignore situational factors when judging others' behavior.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological theory that outlines the discomfort experienced when holding contradictory beliefs, values, or attitudes, leading to a change in one to reduce the dissonance.

Foot-In-The-Door

A persuasion technique where agreement to a small, initial request increases the likelihood of compliance with a larger, later request.