Levels of analysis

Consider this statement for a moment.

"A wide ranging trade agreement was today signed by the State of Texas, Florida, France and Hudiksvallskommun."

Does something sound not so right for you here? It would seem that the trade partners above are not of equal standing, and therefore highly unlikely. When analysing and discussing grammar, it is vital that you are aware of what level you are describing and categorising

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If we now look within the different levels and label the components within them, then we could drive the following syntax tree. Oh, and by the way ... we will be drawing LOTS of syntax  trees !! Scroll down and view the video

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The video below was originally made for another book & course. After 3 minutes, the content is useful but the abbreviations might not be as in your grammar textbook. Do not be overly concerned about this. Also, the text is quite small so you might have to squint !

This is a detailed breakdown of the various levels of analysis. Always have it with you, especially at the language analysis seminars.

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