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What type of question begins with a wh- word?
What type of question begins with a wh- word?
- Open-ended question
- Yes/No question
- Rhetorical question
- Wh question (correct)
Which wh- word is used to ask about a location or direction?
Which wh- word is used to ask about a location or direction?
- How
- Where (correct)
- What
- When
What is the purpose of wh questions?
What is the purpose of wh questions?
- To ask for a yes or no answer
- To ask for a long explanation
- To ask for specific information or clarification (correct)
- To ask for someone's opinion
Which of the following is an example of a wh question?
Which of the following is an example of a wh question?
What is the difference between who and whom?
What is the difference between who and whom?
Which wh- word is used to ask for a reason or explanation?
Which wh- word is used to ask for a reason or explanation?
What characteristic do wh questions often have?
What characteristic do wh questions often have?
In what type of contexts can wh questions be used?
In what type of contexts can wh questions be used?
What is the purpose of using wh questions in a conversation?
What is the purpose of using wh questions in a conversation?
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.