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What type of question begins with a wh- word?
What type of question begins with a wh- word?
Which wh- word is used to ask about a location or direction?
Which wh- word is used to ask about a location or direction?
What is the purpose of wh questions?
What is the purpose of wh questions?
Which of the following is an example of a wh question?
Which of the following is an example of a wh question?
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What is the difference between who and whom?
What is the difference between who and whom?
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Which wh- word is used to ask for a reason or explanation?
Which wh- word is used to ask for a reason or explanation?
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What characteristic do wh questions often have?
What characteristic do wh questions often have?
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In what type of contexts can wh questions be used?
In what type of contexts can wh questions be used?
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What is the purpose of using wh questions in a conversation?
What is the purpose of using wh questions in a conversation?
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Study Notes
What are Wh Questions?
- Wh questions are a type of question that begins with a wh- word (what, when, where, who, whom, why, how)
- They are used to ask for specific information or clarification about a topic or situation
Types of Wh Questions:
- What: used to ask for information about something (e.g., What is your name?)
- When: used to ask about time or a specific point in time (e.g., When is the party?)
- Where: used to ask about a location or direction (e.g., Where is the library?)
- Who: used to ask about the identity of a person or people (e.g., Who is going to the movies?)
- Whom: used to ask about the object of a verb or preposition (e.g., Whom did you invite to the party?)
- Why: used to ask for a reason or explanation (e.g., Why are you late?)
- How: used to ask about a method or process (e.g., How do you make a cake?)
Characteristics of Wh Questions:
- They typically begin with a wh- word
- They often require a specific answer or piece of information
- They can be used in a variety of contexts, including conversations, interviews, and written questions
- They can be used to clarify or seek additional information about a topic or situation
Examples of Wh Questions:
- What time is the meeting?
- When is the deadline for the project?
- Where can I find the nearest ATM?
- Who is the main character in the book?
- Whom did you vote for in the election?
- Why did you choose that college?
- How do you solve this math problem?
Wh Questions: Definition and Purpose
- Wh questions are a type of question that begins with a wh- word (what, when, where, who, whom, why, how) to ask for specific information or clarification about a topic or situation.
Types of Wh Questions
- What: asks for information about something (e.g., "What is your name?")
- When: asks about time or a specific point in time (e.g., "When is the party?")
- Where: asks about a location or direction (e.g., "Where is the library?")
- Who: asks about the identity of a person or people (e.g., "Who is going to the movies?")
- Whom: asks about the object of a verb or preposition (e.g., "Whom did you invite to the party?")
- Why: asks for a reason or explanation (e.g., "Why are you late?")
- How: asks about a method or process (e.g., "How do you make a cake?")
Characteristics of Wh Questions
- Typically begin with a wh- word
- Often require a specific answer or piece of information
- Can be used in various contexts, including conversations, interviews, and written questions
- Can be used to clarify or seek additional information about a topic or situation
Examples of Wh Questions
- What time is the meeting?
- When is the deadline for the project?
- Where can I find the nearest ATM?
- Who is the main character in the book?
- Whom did you vote for in the election?
- Why did you choose that college?
- How do you solve this math problem?
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Learn about the different types of Wh questions, including what, when, where, and more, and how to use them to ask for specific information or clarification.
