The Sapir–Whorf hypothesis asserts that reality is embedded in a culture’s ______.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


language

Communication & Mass Media

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Which of the following is a characteristic of a collectivist culture?

A) Individuals only feel responsible for taking care of themselves and their immediate families. B) A high value is placed on individual achievements. C) Individuals expect a great deal of loyalty and support from others in the group. D) Teamwork is difficult to put into place.

Communication & Mass Media

During the first 100 years of cinema, cinematography was synonymous with photography

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Communication & Mass Media

________ are at the top of the hierarchy of organized meaning and help us to interpret lower-level meanings.

A. Speech acts B. Episodes C. Cultural patterns D. Life scripts

Communication & Mass Media

Audience needs and desires play little or no role in persuasive speaking

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Communication & Mass Media