Explain the relationship between language and culture

What will be an ideal response?


Language is the most important element of culture and a universal dimension of culture. The transmission of culture from one generation to the next takes place through the medium of language. Language is so important that some have hypothesized that language actually determines the possibilities for thought and action in any given culture.

Sociology

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What is active life expectancy?

a) The number of years that a person can expect to live from birth or some particular age free of any of various disabilities or limitations on activity b) The chance that a woman will never have a miscarriage c) The number of years that a person can expect to live with a healthy weight for height d) The chance that a child will not be stunted

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________ is probably the most widely used treatment for cocaine and amphetamine use disorders.

A. Attachment therapy B. Functional analytic psychotherapy (FAP) C. Schema therapy D. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

Sociology

Why is it important to consider race and ethnicity when discussing gender inequality? Consider high school and college graduation rates, the gender wage gap, and the discussion of gender globally.

What will be an ideal response?

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Which problem is most likely to hinder family professionals with an eclectic approach?

A. They focus too much on similarities and not enough on differences among families. B. They cannot adjust their narrow theoretical perspective to deal with unexpected observations. C. They may be too open and accepting of contradictory ideas. D. They focus too much on differences and not enough on similarities among families.

Sociology