A Researcher Studying the Fact That in Some Nations Black

question 225

Multiple Choice

A researcher studying the fact that in some nations black is a sign of mourning while in others white is a sign of mourning would be studying

• A) semiotics.
• B) semantics.
• C) semaphorics.
• D) cultural symbolism.
• E) cultural linguistics.

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Definitions:

Pessimistic Explanatory

A tendency to explain negative events as being prevalent, unchangeable, and indicative of personal failure.

Defeat

The state of having lost a competition or battle, or failing to achieve success.

Increased Effort

The act of dedicating more energy or work towards achieving a particular goal or task.

Depressed

A state of low mood and aversion to activity that can affect a person's thoughts, behavior, motivations, feelings, and sense of well-being.