Description
1 In this seminar we provide a topical overview of the syntax of ellipsis – the phenomenon whereby linguistic material left unpronounced is nevertheless understood. The plan is to give an empirical overview of a different elliptical construction in each session, with a focus on cutting-edge research. We’ll relate the empirical picture to the broader question of whether ellipsis involves deletion under identity or anaphora.
Tentative schedule
- 30-31.7: Sluicing
- 01.8: VP ellipsis
- 02.8: Gapping
- 03.8: NP ellipsis
Readings
Readings for each session will be uploaded here.
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