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According to Wardaugh (1972), what is language?
A system of vocal symbols that allows social groups to cooperate
According to Robins (1985), what is the nature of language?
Language is a result of generations of speakers choosing what to say
What are some characteristics of language?
Language exists wherever humans exist
What does it mean for language to be arbitrary?
Language is whatever people say it is
What is language according to Bloch and Trager (1942)?
Language is a system of manmade signs and conventions
According to Robins (1985), language is arbitrary in that it is based on
manmade signs and conventions
According to Bloch and Trager (1942), language is a symbol system that is
infinitely extendable and modifiable
What is the relationship between language and nature according to Robins (1985)?
Language is arbitrary and manmade
What is the nature of language according to Wardaugh (1972)?
Language is a system of arbitrary vocal symbols
What is the relationship between language and social groups according to Wardaugh (1972)?
Language is a result of cooperation among social groups
Test your knowledge on the nature and characteristics of language with this quiz. Explore the definition of language as a system of arbitrary vocal symbols and learn about the conventions and structure that govern its use.
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