Benjamin Whorf's Proposition That Language Molds Our Cognition and Perception

question 72

Multiple Choice

Benjamin Whorf's proposition that language molds our cognition and perception

• A)is generally accepted by psychologists and linguists today.
• B)has fallen into disfavor among psychologists and linguists.
• C)has received some support from recent research on language and perception.
• D)has recently been disproved by research.

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Definitions:

Daily Life

The routine or regular activities and experiences that make up an individual's everyday existence.

Emotional Stake

Refers to the level of personal investment or interest one has in a particular situation or outcome.

Developmental Stake

A hypothesis that suggests parents and children view their relationship differently, with parents invested in continuity and children emphasizing change.

Companionate Interest

A profound and enduring form of friendship marked by mutual respect, affection, and concern for each other's well-being.