Legend
Take another look at the five basic clause patterns.
|
Name | Formula |
| 1 | equative | S=C |
| 2 | intransitive | SV |
| 3 | transitive | SVO |
| 4 | ditransitive | SVOiOd |
| 5 | dummy subject |
There is / It is |
To understand the formulas, use the following legend.
Note: O is the same as Od. (They both represent the direct object).
| S | subject |
| = | an = sign represents a linking verb |
| C | complement |
| V | verb |
| O or Od | object (also known as the direct object) |
| Oi | indirect object |
Instructions for the Quiz
Answer the questions.
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