Lobo Belongs to a Society Which Values the Subordination of the Individual

question 49

Multiple Choice

Lobo belongs to a society which values the subordination of the individual to the group and discourages individual expressions of thought. Inequality in the power and well-being of people is believed to be due to differences in their physical and intellectual capabilities, and heritage. According to Hofstede's model of national culture, his society is:

• A) high on power distance and low on individualism.
• B) low on power distance and low on collectivism.
• C) high on individualism and low on achievement-orientation.
• D) low on collectivism and low on achievement-orientation.
• E) low on power distance and low on individualism.

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Definitions:

Metalinguistic Awareness

Metalinguistic Awareness is the ability to think about and reflect upon the nature and functions of language itself.

Sarcasm

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

Telegraphic Speech

A simplified speech pattern used by young children, characterized by short, simple phrases that contain only the essential information, much like an old-fashioned telegram.

Linguistic Relativity

The hypothesis that the structure of a language affects its speakers' world view or cognition, suggesting language influences thought processes.