Regarding the Relationship Between Thinking and Language, Which of the Following

question 83

Multiple Choice

Regarding the relationship between thinking and language, which of the following most accurately reflects the position taken in the text?

• A) Language determines everything about our thinking.
• B) Language determines the way we think.
• C) Thinking without language is not possible.
• D) Thinking affects our language, which then affects our thought.

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Definitions:

Norms

Unwritten rules and standards that govern the behavior of individuals within a group or society, guiding what is considered acceptable or unacceptable.

Sherif

Muzafer Sherif, a social psychologist known for his work on norm formation, social conformity, and the Robbers Cave Experiment.

Participant Observation

A qualitative research method in which the researcher becomes actively involved in the group or situation being studied.

Whyte

A reference to William H. Whyte, a sociologist noted for his insights on urban environments, organizational analysis, and social behavior.