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Language and Names Quiz
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Language and Names Quiz

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What assumption lies behind the belief that names tell one something about the bearer of that name?

  • That language is equivalent to writing
  • That there is a necessary connection between a word and the thing it names (correct)
  • That the syntax of spoken and written language is the same
  • That a change in status must entail a change in name

    • What is the primary assumption behind the belief that names tell something about the bearer of that name?

  • That names are arbitrary
  • That names are always the same
  • That names are connected to the thing they name (correct)
  • That names can be changed to reflect a change in status

    • What is the assumption behind the belief that names tell one something about the bearer of that name?

  • That language is the same as writing
  • That language is the same as speaking
  • That there is a necessary connection between a word and the thing it names (correct)
  • That a change in status must entail a change in name

    • What is the main idea of the text?

    <p>That speakers of language have fundamental beliefs about the nature of language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between spoken and written language?

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

    What is the difference between spoken and written syntax?

    <p>Written syntax is more complicated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the belief that literate beings tend to have about language?

    <p>That language is the same as writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the custom that is now changing?

    <p>That a change in status must entail a change in name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a belief that speakers of language may have which is often wrong?

    <p>That language is equivalent to writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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