A group of people who speak a common dialect with a particular style, and observe common linguistic norms or scripts is called a
A) culture
B) language
C) speech community
D) shared community

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A speech community refers to a group of people who share a common language or dialect and adhere to common linguistic norms or scripts. Culture refers to shared values, beliefs, customs and practices. Language is a system of communication that uses spoken or written words to convey meaning. Shared community does not specifically refer to language or linguistic norms.

A Group of People Who Speak a Common Dialect with a Particular