Metalanguage need to learn Flashcards
1
Q
What is tense? (give the e.g’s)
A
- Past
- Present
- Future
2
Q
What is aspect? (give the e.g’s)
A
- Simple
- Perfect (to have)
- Progressive (to be)
- Perfect Progressive (to have and to be)
3
Q
What can be identified as a non-finite or finite verb?
A
***only one finite verb per clause
FINITE
- all modal verbs
- the verb that comes first in the phrase usually is finite
- if one verb, always finite
NON-FINITE
- any other verb in the clause
4
Q
What is a copular verb?
A
When the subject and object refer to the same entity, the verb is copular
5
Q
What is an accent?
A
Distinct pronuciations that show social identity or regional identity
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