Language, Culture, and Society Quiz

According to the text, what is the relationship between language and culture?

• Unrelated

• Opposing

• Interconnected

• Independent

What is the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis?

• A linguistic experiment

• A concept in sociolinguistics

• A hypothesis about language and culture

• A theory about language evolution

What does the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis suggest about different languages?

• They share the same vocabulary

• They have the same categories

• They have identical grammar

• They encode different categories

How do some Asian languages differ in addressing family members compared to English?

• By using only first names

• By avoiding family titles

• By using age and gender-specific terms

• By using the same terms for all family members

Why do some languages have a rich vocabulary for specific aspects of reality?

• To emphasize cultural importance

• To limit expression

• To complicate communication

• To confuse learners

What is the significance of linguistic politeness in different languages?

• It is unnecessary in language use

• It is a universal concept

• It reflects cultural values

• It has no impact on communication

How do social factors influence language variation according to Lebov?

• They are irrelevant in speech

• They impact vocabulary

• They determine pronunciation

• They have no effect on language

Why do languages change over time?

• To maintain tradition

• Without speakers' awareness

• To confuse speakers

• Due to conscious efforts

What is the central focus of sociolinguistics?

• Promoting language uniformity

• Analyzing ancient languages

• Exploring language-society relationships

• Studying individual language skills