Semantics
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Is semantics considered a science?

  • No, because it is a part of language and not a separate discipline
  • No, because it lacks empirical evidence and testability
  • Yes, because it falls under the realm of linguistics (correct)
  • Yes, because it involves the study of complex expressions

    • What does semantics study?

  • The structure of language
  • The behavior of individuals
  • The meaning of words (correct)
  • The history of language

    • Which school of thought neglected to approach the study of semantics from a scientific perspective?

  • Behaviorism (correct)
  • Rationalism
  • Empiricism
  • Positivism

    • How many branches of science are there?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should semantics adhere to in order for theories to emerge and stand up over time?

    <p>Assumptions that can be applied to facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of science does semantics fall under?

    <p>Natural science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does semantics study?

    <p>Meaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What approach did Bloomfield, a positivist from the behaviorism school of thought, take towards the study of semantics?

    <p>Observational</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of science?

    <p>Subjectivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many branches of science are there?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

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