Subject gaps in German coordinative structures - empirical evidence for a gradient phenomenon
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چکیده
In this article we investigate German complex clauses containing a subject gap using the empirical method of Magnitude Estimation. We will present evidence for the fact that subject gaps in coordinative structures can be characterized by (i) gradience and (ii) regional distinctiveness. Against the background of the recent critical discussion of Magnitude Estimation (e.g. Featherston 2008), we show that this method qualifies to test hierarchical graduation of acceptability.
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