Basic English Syntax with Exercises

Exercise 1

What is the case of the DPs in the following sentences? Determine the Case assigner, too.

(1)aIt is time for me to close the door.
bJane appears to have stolen the keys.
cThe professor expects me to write an essay for her.
dJack has not been to America since January.
eFor Kim to understand this exercise is extremely difficult.
fI expect Peter to visit his family.
gThe thief seems to be arrested.

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