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For the definition of Echo Question see [[Echo Question (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.
 
  
 
== See Also ==
 
== See Also ==
[http://gaelicgrammar.org/~gaelic/mediawiki/index.php/Wh-questions Wh-questions]
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== External Links ==
 
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== References ==
 
== References ==
 
Carnie, Andrew (2007). Syntax: A Generative Introduction. Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell.
 
Carnie, Andrew (2007). Syntax: A Generative Introduction. Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell.
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[[Category: Syntax]]
 
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Revision as of 10:36, 16 June 2012

For the definition of Echo Question see Echo Question (definition)


See Also


External Links

Echo Questions at SIL.org

References

Carnie, Andrew (2007). Syntax: A Generative Introduction. Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell.