Description
In this course we will examine and discuss a number of topics in English syntax and the way in which they are explained in the generative framework. Topics that will be discussed include the syntax of subjects, the syntax of English noun phrases, the syntax of verb complementation and the syntax of interrogatives and imperatives. These topics will be examined in the light of recent developments in Minimalism, including split projection’s and phases.
Teaching method
Two-hour seminar per week
Admission requirements
An advanced course in generative/minimalist (English) syntax.
Course objectives
Students have gained insight into important empirical and theoretical issues regarding the syntax of a number of constructions in English.
Students know how to approach these issues from a generative syntactic point of view.
Students are able to critically evaluate existing generative syntactic analyses.
Required reading
To be announced.
Test method
Presentation/participation (25%); final written essay (75%).
Time table
The timetable will be available from June 1st on the Internet.
Information
English Department, P.N. van Eyckhof 4, room 102c. Phone: 071 527 2144, or by mail: English@hum.leidenuniv.nl
Registration
Students can register through U-twist before 15 July, After 15 July students can only register through the Departmental Office.
Blackboard
No.