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According to Saussure, what does linguistics study?
According to Saussure, what does linguistics study?
- The production and perception of speech sounds
- The sound patterns of language
- The history of languages (correct)
- The social influences on language development
Which field of study in linguistics focuses on word formation and structure?
Which field of study in linguistics focuses on word formation and structure?
- Phonology
- Syntax
- Phonetics
- Morphology (correct)
What is the distinction made by Saussure between language and speaking?
What is the distinction made by Saussure between language and speaking?
- Language is the study of word formation and structure, while speaking is the study of sound patterns
- Language is the social manifestation of speech, while speaking is the activity of the individual (correct)
- Language is the study of grammar and sentence structure, while speaking is the study of meaning
- Language is a system of signs, while speaking is the social manifestation of speech
Which field of study in linguistics focuses on the study of meaning?
Which field of study in linguistics focuses on the study of meaning?
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What is the relationship between language and thought according to Saussure?
What is the relationship between language and thought according to Saussure?
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