Multiple Choice
Brain imaging research reveals that when we engage in some cognitive tasks, there is no activation of the language areas of the brain. This suggests that language is not necessary for some types of thinking. Which theory is rejected based on evidence like this?
A) linguistic relativity
B) Sapir-Whorf theory
C) linguistic determinism
D) Chomsky's language-acquisition device
Correct Answer:
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