The Term _______ Is Used to Describe Syntactic Frames for Verbs

question 25

Multiple Choice

The term _______ is used to describe syntactic frames for verbs that specify whether and how they can occur with nouns and the role of those nouns when paired with specific verbs.

• A) wh- island constraints
• B) semantic bootstrapping
• C) transitive verbs
• D) verb islands

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Definitions:

Phineas Gage

A railroad worker who survived a severe brain injury in the 19th century, providing valuable insights into the relationship between brain function and personality.

Frontal Lobes

The part of the brain located behind the forehead that is responsible for voluntary movement, speech, and complex thought processes.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for integrating sensory information and responding accordingly.

Spinal Cord

The central nerve column that runs down the back and transmits messages between the brain and the rest of the body.