6 Questions
Which of the following accurately describes the scope of negation?
It refers to the part of a sentence or clause that follows the negative word.
What is expressed by using the Subjunctive Past Perfect?
A past event that was hypothetical or contrary to fact.
Which of the following accurately describes the difference between 'I really don’t mind waiting' and 'I don’t really mind waiting'?
The first phrase expresses a stronger insistence for waiting than the second phrase.
Which of the following accurately describes the scope of negation in the sentence 'I didn’t attend some of the lectures'?
The sentence means that the speaker attended a few of the lectures.
Which sentence accurately expresses a hypothesis in the Subjunctive Past Perfect?
If we'd seen anything strange, we would let you know.
Which words are inside the scope: any-words or some-words
any-words
Test your understanding of scope of negation with this quiz. Learn how the placement of negative words can change the meaning of a sentence or clause.
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