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| + | == Definition == | ||
| + | A question that is in response to previous information given in relevant context (e.g., unclear, unbelievable, or implicit statements), expressed for confirmation of questionable information. | ||
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| + | ''Example'': Toro seen who? | ||
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| + | These types of questions are often used as examples of Wh-in-situ in English. | ||
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| + | == See Also == | ||
| + | [http://gaelicgrammar.org/~gaelic/mediawiki/index.php/Wh-questions Wh-questions] | ||
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| + | == External Links == | ||
| + | [http://www.sil.org/linguistics/GlossaryOfLinguisticTerms/WhatIsAnEchoQuestion.htm Echo Questions at SIL.org] | ||
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| + | == References == | ||
| + | Carnie, Andrew (2007). Syntax: A Generative Introduction. Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell. | ||
Revision as of 21:10, 27 September 2009
Definition
A question that is in response to previous information given in relevant context (e.g., unclear, unbelievable, or implicit statements), expressed for confirmation of questionable information.
Example: Toro seen who?
These types of questions are often used as examples of Wh-in-situ in English.
See Also
External Links
References
Carnie, Andrew (2007). Syntax: A Generative Introduction. Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell.
