A Comparison of English Passives and Chinese bei-Constructions

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The purpose of this research is to develop and motivate a theory of passive constructions under Minimalism. This theory includes three proposals: firstly, accusative Case is available in passives; secondly, nominative Case takes priority over accusative; finally, a Passive Phrase exists between TP/VP and vP. English passives and Chinese bei-constructions are analyzed based on the Agree and Phase system in Chomsky's recent framework, Minimalist Inquiries...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:3639860705

ISBN13:9783639860702

Release Date:October 2015

Publisher:Scholars' Press

Length:68 Pages

Weight:0.25 lbs.

Dimensions:0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"

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