________ studied the Hopi of the southwestern United States and concluded that language not only allows us to express our thoughts but also shapes the way we think.

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Edward Sapir and Benjamin Whorf are known for their theory of linguistic relativity, which suggests that the language we speak affects our perception and understanding of the world. They studied the Hopi language and culture and found evidence for this theory. Horace Miner was an anthropologist who studied the Nacirema tribe. Eric Schlosser is a journalist and author who writes about the fast-food industry. Bob Luitweiler and William Gibson are not known for their work on language and culture.

________ Studied the Hopi of the Southwestern United States and Concluded