Can semantic or propositional knowledge influence our mental representations of world maps? Describe the relevant research results
What will be an ideal response?
Semantic or propositional knowledge (or beliefs) can influence our imaginal representations of world maps. Specifically, students from 71 sites in 49 countries were asked to draw a sketch map of the world. Most students (even Asians) drew maps showing a Eurocentric view of the world. Many Americans drew Americentric views. A few others showed views centered on and highlighting their own countries. In addition, most students showed modest distortions that enlarged the more prominent, well-known countries. They also diminished the sizes of less well-known countries.
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A. Pragmatics B. Metaphors C. Similes D. Proverbs
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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