Question

which of the following is true about the sapir - whorf hypothesis? a it argues that the primary role of language is to describe material reality. b it argues that the language we use shapes our perception of reality. c it argues that thought precedes language. d it argues that language is biologically determined.

Explanation:

The Sapir - Whorf hypothesis posits that language influences or shapes our perception of reality. It does not focus on language's role in describing material reality, nor does it claim thought precedes language or that language is biologically determined.

Answer:

B. It argues that the language we use shapes our perception of reality.