Question 1

A culture's language vocabulary emphasizes what is considered important in that culture.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

How has technology,and the Internet in particular,influenced languages in general​

Accepted Answer

Technology, and the Internet in particular, has had a significant influence on languages in general. The widespread use of the Internet has led to the creation of new words and phrases, as well as the adaptation of existing languages to fit the digital age.

One of the most noticeable effects of technology on language is the use of abbreviations and acronyms in online communication. Words like "LOL" (laugh out loud) and "BRB" (be right back) have become widely accepted in everyday language, thanks to their frequent use in text messaging and social media.

Additionally, the Internet has made it easier for people to learn and practice different languages. Online language learning platforms and resources have made it possible for individuals to study and communicate in languages that were previously inaccessible to them. This has led to an increase in multilingualism and a greater appreciation for diverse linguistic backgrounds.

Furthermore, the Internet has facilitated the spread of global English, leading to the adoption of English words and phrases in other languages. This phenomenon, known as "Anglicization," has resulted in the incorporation of English terms into various languages, particularly in the fields of technology, business, and popular culture.

In conclusion, technology and the Internet have had a profound impact on languages, shaping the way we communicate and interact with one another. As technology continues to evolve, it is likely that languages will continue to adapt and change in response to these advancements.

Question 3

Accents refer to differences in vocabulary,grammar,and even punctuation.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Explain the relationship between language and meaning.​

Accepted Answer

Language and meaning are closely intertw

Question 5

List and describe the functions language. Include an example for each.​

Accepted Answer

Sure, here are some common functions in

Question 6

Discuss the cultural considerations in interpretation and translation.​

Accepted Answer

When it comes to interpretation and tran

Question 7

The idea that language is a dominant influence in shaping one's worldview and perception of reality is commonly known as ____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​the synergy of language and culture 
B) ​the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis 
C) ​the many-worlds interpretation 
D) ​the perceptual interface 
E) ​the linguistic theory of mind 
A) ​the synergy of language and culture 
B) ​the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis 
C) ​the many-worlds interpretation 
D) ​the perceptual interface 
E) ​the linguistic theory of mind

Question 8

Identify the correct term that refers to 'a shared set of symbols or signs that a cooperative group of people has mutually agreed to use to help create meaning.'  ​

Accepted Answer

A) ​ language 
B) ​script 
C) ​schemata 
D) ​communication 
E) ​common mindset 
A) ​ language 
B) ​script 
C) ​schemata 
D) ​communication 
E) ​common mindset

Question 9

Language serves other functions than directly expressing or exchanging ideas.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The authors refer to being receptive to new information,open to creating new categories,and recognizing that others may not share your perspective as ____.

Accepted Answer

A) ​being mindful 
B) ​flexhumility 
C) ​intercultural awareness 
D) ​being-in-becoming 
E) ​universal 
A) ​being mindful 
B) ​flexhumility 
C) ​intercultural awareness 
D) ​being-in-becoming 
E) ​universal

Question 11

Communicative interaction,especially conversation,is not important to most Mexicans.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

There are two types of translation: consecutive and simultaneous.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Being mindful,monitoring your speech rate,and selecting appropriate vocabulary are all ways to improve intercultural communication competence.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Historically,the way that people speak carries an unimaginable weight in how they are perceived in society.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The principal difference between translation and interpretation is ____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​contextual nuances in interpretation don't apply to translation 
B) ​written content is generally the focus of translation whereas interpretation involves spoken words 
C) ​translation occurs as it is happening while interpretation occurs after the fact 
D) ​the two terms are used synonymously to mean the same thing 
A) ​contextual nuances in interpretation don't apply to translation 
B) ​written content is generally the focus of translation whereas interpretation involves spoken words 
C) ​translation occurs as it is happening while interpretation occurs after the fact 
D) ​the two terms are used synonymously to mean the same thing

Question 16

Differences in spelling between American English and that used in England were the result of ____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​the natural evolution of language 
B) ​a calculated effort 
C) ​limited access to dictionaries and other resources in Colonial America 
D) ​simple but repeated errors 
A) ​the natural evolution of language 
B) ​a calculated effort 
C) ​limited access to dictionaries and other resources in Colonial America 
D) ​simple but repeated errors

Question 17

Argot refers to ____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​information in short-form 
B) ​certain common terms 
C) ​a private vocabulary 
D) ​factoids and other simplified content 
A) ​information in short-form 
B) ​certain common terms 
C) ​a private vocabulary 
D) ​factoids and other simplified content

Question 18

Explain the benefits of learning a second language. Why should U.S.citizens learn a second language? ​

Accepted Answer

Learning a second language has numerous

Question 19

Argot is the specific term for specialized vocabulary shared by a group and  jargon is the more general term.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Provide at least two examples of how culture is expressed through the Spanish language.​

Accepted Answer

One example of how culture is expressed

A culture's language vocabulary emphasizes what is considered important in that culture.

How has technology,and the Internet in particular,influenced languages in general

Accents refer to differences in vocabulary,grammar,and even punctuation.

Explain the relationship between language and meaning.

List and describe the functions language. Include an example for each.

Discuss the cultural considerations in interpretation and translation.

The idea that language is a dominant influence in shaping one's worldview and perception of reality is commonly known as ____.

Identify the correct term that refers to 'a shared set of symbols or signs that a cooperative group of people has mutually agreed to use to help create meaning.'

Language serves other functions than directly expressing or exchanging ideas.

The authors refer to being receptive to new information,open to creating new categories,and recognizing that others may not share your perspective as ____.

Communicative interaction,especially conversation,is not important to most Mexicans.

There are two types of translation: consecutive and simultaneous.

Being mindful,monitoring your speech rate,and selecting appropriate vocabulary are all ways to improve intercultural communication competence.

Historically,the way that people speak carries an unimaginable weight in how they are perceived in society.

The principal difference between translation and interpretation is ____.

Differences in spelling between American English and that used in England were the result of ____.

Argot refers to ____.

Explain the benefits of learning a second language. Why should U.S.citizens learn a second language?

Argot is the specific term for specialized vocabulary shared by a group and jargon is the more general term.

Provide at least two examples of how culture is expressed through the Spanish language.

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Exam 8: Verbal Messages: Exchanging Ideas Through Language

A culture's language vocabulary emphasizes what is considered important in that culture.​

How has technology,and the Internet in particular,influenced languages in general​

Accents refer to differences in vocabulary,grammar,and even punctuation.​

Explain the relationship between language and meaning.​

List and describe the functions language. Include an example for each.​

Discuss the cultural considerations in interpretation and translation.​

The idea that language is a dominant influence in shaping one's worldview and perception of reality is commonly known as ____.​

Identify the correct term that refers to 'a shared set of symbols or signs that a cooperative group of people has mutually agreed to use to help create meaning.' ​

Language serves other functions than directly expressing or exchanging ideas.​

The authors refer to being receptive to new information,open to creating new categories,and recognizing that others may not share your perspective as ____.

Communicative interaction,especially conversation,is not important to most Mexicans.​

There are two types of translation: consecutive and simultaneous.​

Being mindful,monitoring your speech rate,and selecting appropriate vocabulary are all ways to improve intercultural communication competence.​

Historically,the way that people speak carries an unimaginable weight in how they are perceived in society.​

The principal difference between translation and interpretation is ____.​

Differences in spelling between American English and that used in England were the result of ____.​

Argot refers to ____.​

Explain the benefits of learning a second language. Why should U.S.citizens learn a second language? ​

Argot is the specific term for specialized vocabulary shared by a group and jargon is the more general term.​

Provide at least two examples of how culture is expressed through the Spanish language.​

Intercultural Communication: A Requirement for the Interdependent Global Society

Communication and Culture: The Voice and the Echo

The Deep Structure of Culture: Lessons From the Family

World-View: Cultural Explanations of Life and Death

Cultural History: Precursor to the Present and Future

Cultural Values: Road Maps for Behavior

Culture and Identity: Situating the Individual

Nonverbal Communications: The Messages of Action, Space, Time, and Silence

Intercultural Communication in Contexts: Applications in Business, Education, and Health-Care

The Challenges of Intercultural Communication: Managing Differences

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A culture's language vocabulary emphasizes what is considered important in that culture.

How has technology,and the Internet in particular,influenced languages in general

Accents refer to differences in vocabulary,grammar,and even punctuation.

Explain the relationship between language and meaning.

List and describe the functions language. Include an example for each.

Discuss the cultural considerations in interpretation and translation.

The idea that language is a dominant influence in shaping one's worldview and perception of reality is commonly known as ____.

Identify the correct term that refers to 'a shared set of symbols or signs that a cooperative group of people has mutually agreed to use to help create meaning.'

Language serves other functions than directly expressing or exchanging ideas.

Communicative interaction,especially conversation,is not important to most Mexicans.

There are two types of translation: consecutive and simultaneous.

Being mindful,monitoring your speech rate,and selecting appropriate vocabulary are all ways to improve intercultural communication competence.

Historically,the way that people speak carries an unimaginable weight in how they are perceived in society.

The principal difference between translation and interpretation is ____.

Differences in spelling between American English and that used in England were the result of ____.

Argot refers to ____.

Explain the benefits of learning a second language. Why should U.S.citizens learn a second language?

Argot is the specific term for specialized vocabulary shared by a group and jargon is the more general term.

Provide at least two examples of how culture is expressed through the Spanish language.