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Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- INTRODUCTION
- LE MOUVEMENT DE WH-
- CONCLUSION
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper explores the grammatical structure of WH-movement, specifically focusing on its construction in French and Yoruba. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of this syntactic phenomenon, addressing its complexities for English-speaking students and linguists alike.
- The construction of WH-movement in French and Yoruba.
- The role of WH- elements in forming interrogative sentences.
- The relationship between deep structure and surface structure in WH-movement.
- The concept of ‘open questions’ and their implications for communication.
- A comparative analysis of WH-movement in different languages.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- INTRODUCTION: This chapter introduces the topic of WH-movement and its significance in the study of syntax. It outlines the key concepts and perspectives of various linguists who have contributed to this field.
- LE MOUVEMENT DE WH-: This chapter delves into the specific characteristics of WH-movement, exploring its formation and the role of WH- elements in transforming sentences. It examines the relationship between deep structure and surface structure in this process.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This study focuses on the following key concepts and areas: WH-movement, syntax, deep structure, surface structure, French, Yoruba, interrogative sentences, open questions, comparative linguistics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WH-movement in linguistics?
WH-movement is a syntactic phenomenon where interrogative words (like who, what, where) move from their original position to the beginning of a sentence.
Which languages are compared in this study?
The paper focuses on a comparative analysis of WH-movement in French and Yoruba.
What is the difference between deep and surface structure?
Deep structure represents the underlying semantic meaning, while surface structure is the final arrangement of words as they are spoken or written.
What are "open questions"?
Open questions are interrogative sentences that require more than a yes/no answer, often initiated by WH- elements.
Why is WH-movement studied in Yoruba?
The study aims to provide a comprehensive cross-linguistic understanding of how different language families construct interrogative sentences.
How does this research help English-speaking students?
It addresses the complexities of syntactic transformations, making it easier to understand how non-English languages structure questions.
- Citation du texte
- Dr. Dr. Ikechukwu Aloysius Orjinta (Auteur), David Darko (Auteur), 2011, Interdisciplinary Academic Essays - Humanities, Arts, Education, Social Sciences, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/166400
