Ch 7 Futato - Sentences with Verbs Flashcards

1
Q

Since the subject can be specified by the form of the verb alone, why might we also see a personal pronoun used?

A

To emphasize the subject
(she herself / they themselves)

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2
Q

True or False?

When a subject is specified by a noun in the 3rd person, we also include he, she or it as part of the sentence.

A

False!

NOT “A father he sent” but “a father sent”

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3
Q

The verb and subject must be in agreement upon what things?

A

person, gender, and number

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4
Q

What are the two types of direct objects?

A

definite and indefinite

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5
Q

How is a definite direct object indicated in a Hebrew sentence?

A

preceded by:

(90% of time with the one having segol and maqqef)
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6
Q

What is the typical word order in a Hebrew sentence?

A

(circumstance) verb, subject, (indirect object w/preposition), direct object

() indicate where other things are usually found beyond normal parts

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7
Q

True or False?

Any element of a sentence may be negated using

A

True!

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8
Q

Why would an OT author write the subject before the verb?

A

to put emphasis on the subject instead of the action of the verb

(i.e.,* the MAN was running* rather than the man was RUNNING)

Word order can also be changed to make a point of connection/contrast

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