Which of the Following Claims About Phrase-Structure Rules Is NOT

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following claims about phrase-structure rules is NOT true?

• A) The rules govern the pattern of branching that is possible in a phrase-structure tree.
• B) The rules determine whether the sentence is true or false.
• C) Word sequences that break the rules are likely to be judged as ungrammatical.
• D) The rules identify natural groupings of words within a sentence.

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Definitions:

Battle of Waterloo

The decisive battle fought on June 18, 1815, near the town of Waterloo in present-day Belgium, where Napoleon Bonaparte was defeated by the British led by the Duke of Wellington and the Prussians under Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher.

Key Decisions

Important or critical choices made in various contexts, including business, governance, and personal life, that significantly affect outcomes or directions.

Hidden Infantry

Refers to concealed ground troops designed for surprise attacks or defense in warfare, often implying specialized tactics or strategic positioning.