Sociolinguistics
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Which term refers to the study of language in its natural context, specifically focusing on the interaction between people?

  • Dynamic system
  • Genetics
  • Sociolinguistics (correct)
  • Dialects

    • What does it mean when sociolinguists view language as a dynamic system?

  • Language is influenced by genetics
  • Language is unique to each individual
  • Language is difficult to understand
  • Language changes constantly (correct)

    • How do sociolinguists traditionally group languages and dialects?

  • Historically
  • Geographically
  • Genetically (correct)
  • Linguistically

    • What is a common sign that languages are changing?

    <p>Old people complaining about how younger people speak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do sociolinguists view the way individuals speak?

    <p>Each individual speaks in a slightly different way</p> Signup and view all the answers

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