Chat with AIExam 4: Mapping the Territory Seven Traditions in the Field of Communication Theory
What, in your own words, is the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis? What are its consequences for people who wish to communicate with those who speak other languages and for translators?
(30) 
Answered by Examlex AI CopilotThe Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, also known as linguistic relativity, suggests that the language we speak shapes our thoughts and perceptions of the world. This means that the structure and vocabulary of a language can influence the way its speakers think and interpret their surroundings.
For people who wish to communicate with those who speak other languages, the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis suggests that understanding the nuances and cultural context of the other language is crucial for effective communication. It implies that simply translating words from one language to another may not fully capture the intended meaning, as the underlying cultural and cognitive differences may not align perfectly.
For translators, the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis highlights the importance of not only translating words, but also understanding the cultural and cognitive implications behind those words. Translators need to be aware of the potential differences in thought patterns and worldviews between languages in order to accurately convey the intended meaning of the original text. This may involve not just linguistic translation, but also cultural adaptation and interpretation. Overall, the hypothesis emphasizes the need for sensitivity and cultural understanding in cross-linguistic communication and translation.
Central to the critical tradition is a discussion of ________ and social inequities.
(41) 
Verifiedpower
The mistaken belief that words have a precise definition:
(37) VerifiedD
The "Frankfurt School" embraced the economic determinism of orthodox Marxism.
(41) According to Robert Craig, which of the following traditions "orients to practical problems and evaluates ideas according to their usefulness rather than by an absolute standard of truth"?
(38) Critical theorists consistently challenge three features of contemporary society. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
(37) In the field of communication theory, which of the following traditions places great emphasis on people's perception and their interpretation of their own experience?
(36) Contemporary socio-cultural theorists claim that it is through the process of communication that "reality is produced, maintained, repaired, and transformed."
(44) In the tradition of rhetorical communication, oral public persuasion has primarily been the province of men.
(34) What are the principal characteristics of rhetorical tradition? Are these characteristics still important in contemporary political leadership?
(37) The socio-cultural tradition is based on the premise that as people talk, they produce and reproduce culture.
(41) Do you believe that mass media plays a major role in dulling sensitivity to repression? What examples can you marshal to support your argument?
(40) Hybrids are possible across the seven traditions in the field of communication theory.
(33) Which traditions of communication theory seem to be most important in other communication courses you have taken, such as public speaking or interpersonal communication?
(31) Identify a true statement about the seven traditions that have deep roots in the field of communication theory.
(30) What research methods would be most appropriate for each of the seven theoretical traditions featured in this chapter?
(32) For I. A. Richards and other semiologists, meaning resides in words and other symbols rather than in people.
(30) How might communication ethics affect-or be affected by-the various traditions that are mapped in this chapter?
(36) Which of the following is a feature that characterizes the influential tradition of rhetorical communication?
(33) 
Filters
- Essay(0)
- Multiple Choice(0)
- Short Answer(0)
- True False(0)
- Matching(0)