To Say That Language Is Grammatical Is to Say That

question 59

Multiple Choice

To say that language is grammatical is to say that __________.

• A) language is spoken
• B) words are assembled from small sound elements
• C) the words we use have meaning
• D) there is no limit to the number of ways words can be strung together

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Definitions:

Continental Collisions

The process where two continental plates collide, often leading to mountain building.

Thrust Faults

A type of fault where the hanging wall moves upward relative to the footwall, typically associated with compressional tectonic forces.

Seismic Waves

Vibrations that travel through Earth's interior or along its surface, generated by earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or manmade explosions.

Surface Waves

Types of seismic waves that travel along the Earth's surface, causing ground movement in all directions, often responsible for earthquake damage.