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What is a phrasal verb in the traditional grammar of Modern English?
What is a phrasal verb in the traditional grammar of Modern English?
- A single semantic unit composed of a verb followed by a particle (correct)
- A combination of two verbs
- A combination of three words
- A combination of a verb and a preposition
How are phrasal verbs differentiated from other classifications of multi-word verbs?
How are phrasal verbs differentiated from other classifications of multi-word verbs?
- By criteria based on idiomaticity, replacement by a single-word verb, wh-question formation, and particle movement (correct)
- By their frequency of use in spoken English
- By the number of particles they contain
- By their compositional meaning
How are phrasal verb meanings typically understood?
How are phrasal verb meanings typically understood?
- By considering the preposition separately
- Based on the verb alone
- By analyzing the individual parts
- As a whole, non-compositionally (correct)
In what context is the term 'phrasal verb' mainly used?
In what context is the term 'phrasal verb' mainly used?
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What are alternative terms used to refer to phrasal verbs?
What are alternative terms used to refer to phrasal verbs?
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What is a copula in linguistics?
What is a copula in linguistics?
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What is the origin of the word 'copula'?
What is the origin of the word 'copula'?
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What is a copula often called in English primary education grammar courses?
What is a copula often called in English primary education grammar courses?
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In what form do copulas appear in some languages like Classical Chinese and Guarani?
In what form do copulas appear in some languages like Classical Chinese and Guarani?
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Do all languages have only one main copula?
Do all languages have only one main copula?
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