Sounds That Make a Critical Difference in a Language Are

question 41

Multiple Choice

Sounds that make a critical difference in a language are referred to as __________.

• A)structures
• B)phonemes
• C)grammar/syntax
• D)focal sounds
• E)essential elements

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Definitions:

Bipedalism

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Human Evolution

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Incomplete Fossil Record

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Human Ancestors

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