A Linguistics Workbook, 4th Edition

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Section

4.2 English Syntax 2: Simple NPs, VPs, and PPS

Provide the following tree structures. To do so, you may find it helpful to review

Linguistics, pp. 20 1-206.

Questions

A. Draw a tree structure for each of the following noun phrases:

1. the boy in the tree 2. a sign on the door

B. Draw a tree structure for each of the following verb phrases:

l. hit the ball 2. hammered the nail into the wall