Mastering Syntax Tree Diagrams

What is the primary function of a noun phrase in a sentence?

• To provide a verb in a sentence.

• To indicate the tense of the sentence.

• The primary function of a noun phrase is to act as a subject, object, or complement in a sentence.

• To connect clauses in a sentence.

Which of the following best describes a verb phrase?

• A group of nouns that describe a subject.

• A phrase that only contains adjectives.

• A single word that indicates an action.

• A group of words that includes a main verb and its auxiliaries.

How do you identify the subject of a sentence in a tree diagram?

• The subject is always the first word in the sentence.

• The subject is the last noun in the tree diagram.

• The subject is the verb phrase connected to the object.

• The subject is the noun phrase connected directly to the main verb in the tree diagram.

What does the 'S' node in a syntax tree typically represent?

• Paragraph

• Sentence

• Word

• Phrase

Which phrase functions as the object in the sentence 'The cat chased the mouse'?

• chased the mouse

• the cat

• the mouse

• the dog

What is the role of a prepositional phrase in a sentence structure?

• A prepositional phrase adds detail and context to a sentence.

• A prepositional phrase is used to replace nouns in a sentence.

• A prepositional phrase serves as the main subject of a sentence.

• A prepositional phrase is a type of verb.

How can you determine the main verb of a sentence from its tree diagram?

• The main verb is located at the bottom of the tree diagram.

• The main verb is the head of the verb phrase (VP) node in the tree diagram.

• The main verb is always the first word in the sentence.

• The main verb can be found in the subject noun phrase (NP) node.

What does the branching of a tree diagram signify about sentence structure?

• The branching shows the length of each word in the sentence.

• The branching represents the emotional tone of the sentence.

• The branching signifies the hierarchical structure and relationships of phrases in a sentence.

• The branching indicates the chronological order of words in a sentence.

How do modifiers affect the structure of a phrase in a syntax tree?

• Modifiers are irrelevant to the structure of a syntax tree.

• Modifiers only add length to phrases without changing meaning.

• Modifiers can only be used with nouns and not with verbs.

• Modifiers enhance and specify the meaning of the head in a phrase, influencing the overall structure of the syntax tree.

Which of the following is NOT a function of an adverbial phrase?

• Modifying a verb in a sentence.

• Serving as a subject or object in a sentence.

• Indicating the time of an action.

• Providing additional information about a noun.