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What is NOT a characteristic of topic
What is NOT a characteristic of topic
Which of the following sentence does not demonstrate s-v inversion.
Which of the following sentence does not demonstrate s-v inversion.
Introductory-it construction is a means of postponing a subject clause to a later position in the sentence, either for end-weight or for end-focus.
Introductory-it construction is a means of postponing a subject clause to a later position in the sentence, either for end-weight or for end-focus.
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'I’ll leave to lock the door to you' is a correct example of introductory-it construction.
'I’ll leave to lock the door to you' is a correct example of introductory-it construction.
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Subject clauses should be old information and definite.
Subject clauses should be old information and definite.
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Subject clauses should always be new and indefinite information.
Subject clauses should always be new and indefinite information.
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A 8-year-old girl married John is incorrect.
A 8-year-old girl married John is incorrect.
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A big truck hit him is correct.
A big truck hit him is correct.
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Which of the following is true about the position of a direct object in a sentence?
Which of the following is true about the position of a direct object in a sentence?
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Which of the following is an example of prefixing a verb to an intransitive verb?
Which of the following is an example of prefixing a verb to an intransitive verb?
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Postponing personal pronouns to the end of a sentence is correct.
Postponing personal pronouns to the end of a sentence is correct.
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The correct sentence structure is 'He gave them away', not 'He gave away them'.
The correct sentence structure is 'He gave them away', not 'He gave away them'.
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Introductory-it construction is a way to postpone subject clauses for end-weight or end-focus.
Introductory-it construction is a way to postpone subject clauses for end-weight or end-focus.
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Which of the following sentences focuses on what the twins told their mother.
Which of the following sentences focuses on what the twins told their mother.
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Study Notes
Sentence Structure and Grammar Concepts
- Subject-verb inversion involves changing the typical order of subject and verb, often for emphasis or stylistic reasons.
- Introductory-it construction allows for the deferral of a subject clause, helping to maintain sentence flow for end-weight or end-focus.
- Example of introductory-it construction: "I’ll leave to lock the door to you" demonstrates correct usage.
Subject Clauses
- Subject clauses should typically contain information that is either old and definite or new and indefinite, depending on context.
- Correct structure: "He gave them away" emphasizes the placement of the direct object, whereas "He gave away them" is incorrect.
- Example sentence: "A big truck hit him" is a grammatically correct sentence, contrasting with the incorrect sentence, "A 8-year-old girl married John."
Direct Objects
- The position of a direct object in a sentence can vary but generally follows the verb. It should be clear and logical for the reader to understand the relationship.
- Postponing personal pronouns to the end of a sentence can enhance clarity and fluidity.
Verb Prefixing
- Prefixing a verb to an intransitive verb modifies its meaning, creating a new context for understanding the action being described.
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Description
Test your knowledge of sentence structure with this quiz on the importance of the first position in a sentence, also known as the topic. Learn about the role of the topic in linking information and how it differs from the subject.
