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This engaging introduction to generative syntax leads students through the theory from the very beginning, assuming no prior knowledge. Examples are chosen to be easily understood, and a comprehensive glossary provides clear definitions of all key terms introduced. An ideal resource for instructors and beginning undergraduate students of syntax.

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Preface; Introduction: what linguistics is about and what syntax is about; 1. Tacit knowledge (or: several things you didn't know you knew about English); 2. Constituents and categories; 3. Phrase structure rules and constituency tests; 4. X'-theory; 5. Movement; 6. Binding; 7. Syntax beyond English; 8. The architecture of grammar; Conclusion.

Beginning Syntax

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      Publisher: Cambridge University Press
      Publication Date: 1/20/2023 12:04:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781316519493, 978-1316519493
      ISBN10: 131651949X
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      This engaging introduction to generative syntax leads students through the theory from the very beginning, assuming no prior knowledge. Examples are chosen to be easily understood, and a comprehensive glossary provides clear definitions of all key terms introduced. An ideal resource for instructors and beginning undergraduate students of syntax.

      Table of Contents
      Preface; Introduction: what linguistics is about and what syntax is about; 1. Tacit knowledge (or: several things you didn't know you knew about English); 2. Constituents and categories; 3. Phrase structure rules and constituency tests; 4. X'-theory; 5. Movement; 6. Binding; 7. Syntax beyond English; 8. The architecture of grammar; Conclusion.

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