Lesson on DELEXICAL Structures/COLLOCATIONS (have a drink, take a break, make a speech, give a hug)

The video tutorial explains lexical structures in English, focusing on phrases made up of lexical verbs, indefinite articles, adjectives, and nouns. It differentiates between lexical structures and collocations, providing examples to illustrate these concepts. The tutorial also discusses the use of intransitive verbs within lexical structures and highlights differences between British and American English usage. The lesson concludes with a recap of the key points covered.

What are lexical structures primarily composed of?

• Adjectives and adverbs

• Lexical verbs and definite articles

• Lexical verbs and indefinite articles

• Nouns and adjectives

In the sentence 'Last night she gave a look to the book,' which word carries most of the meaning?

• Night

• Gave

• Look

• Book

Which of the following is an example of a collocation?

• Watch TV

• Take a shower

• Give a look

• Have a vague reply

What is the role of adjectives in lexical structures?

• They are always required

• They modify the noun

• They replace the noun

• They are used instead of verbs

How do British and American English differ in using lexical structures?

• Both use 'take' interchangeably

• Both use 'have' interchangeably

• British English uses 'have' while American English uses 'take'

• British English uses 'take' while American English uses 'have'

What is an intransitive verb?

• A verb that is always used with a noun

• A verb that is always used with an adjective

• A verb that does not take an object

• A verb that takes an object

Which of the following sentences uses a lexical structure?

• He quickly ran to the store.

• We will meet tomorrow.

• She gave an amused laugh.

• They are reading a book.