Basic English Syntax with Exercises

Suggested Answers for Check Questions

In both of these constructions there is no argument associated with the subject slot. In addition, the arguments present in them remain Caseless unless they leave the D-Structure position where they receive their respective theta-roles. As the subject position is empty but it can be case-marked, passivisation or raising can occur, depending on whether the structure contains a passive verb or a raising verb or a raising adjective.