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Chapter 1.4.3 & 1.5
Case Theory &
Further Topics

The Minimalist Program

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Core Terminology

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Nominative Case

In nominative/accusative languages, what Case is typically assigned to the subject of a finite clause?

Accusative Case

What Case is assigned to the object of a transitive verb in standard nominative/accusative systems?

Phonetically

The Case Filter (269) states that every _____ realized NP must be assigned abstract Case.

The Case requirement

What specific requirement forces the movement of an NP to a subject position in raising constructions like 'Susan seems [t to be here]'?

Exceptional Case Marking (ECM)

What is the term for the phenomenon where 'believe' assigns accusative Case to the subject of its infinitival complement?

Adjacency

In English, Case assignment generally conforms to an _____ requirement, preventing adverbs from intervening between the verb and the NP.

Chapter Quiz

According to the source, which capability is uniquely required for a computer to pass the 'Total Turing Test' compared to the standard Turing Test?

What is a primary obstacle to the 'laws of thought' (logicist) approach to artificial intelligence?

Which field is described as combining probability theory with utility theory to provide a framework for decisions made under uncertainty?

The 'General Problem Solver' (GPS) was the first program designed to embody which specific approach to AI?

Why was the DENDRAL program significant in the history of AI development?

Answers: D, C, A, D, A

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