That Background Characteristics Within the Language Have Been Proposed to Change

question 1

Multiple Choice

That background characteristics within the language have been proposed to change how people understand the world reflects __________.

• A)semantic functionality
• B)encoding specificity
• C)the case grammar approach
• D)the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis

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Definitions:

Age of Jackson

A period in U.S. history (roughly 1829-1849) marked by the presidency of Andrew Jackson and characterized by the expansion of democracy, the emergence of the two-party system, and conflicts over states' rights.

Partisan

Strongly supporting a party, cause, or person, often without willingness to consider other viewpoints.

Politically Insignificant

A term describing individuals, groups, or issues that have little to no influence or impact on political processes or outcomes.

African-American Slaves

Individuals of African descent who were forcibly brought to the Americas and sold into slavery, enduring forced labor and inhumane treatment until the abolition of slavery.