The purpose of this study is to give a brief history of the strong verbs in Old English and to trace their development in Middle English and in Modern English, concentrating on the last period. In Modern English two lines of development are of particular interest and importance: the confusion of children and illiterates in using strong verb forms and the treatment of strong verbs in recent grammars. It is hoped that this study will show the pertinence of these verbs and that from this study recommendations can be made as to the simplest procedure for teaching them.
Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc97079 |
Date | 08 1900 |
Creators | Pearson, Sharon M. |
Contributors | Clifton, E. S., De Shazo, Marian F. |
Publisher | North Texas State College |
Source Sets | University of North Texas |
Language | English |
Detected Language | English |
Type | Thesis or Dissertation |
Format | vii, 116 leaves, Text |
Rights | Public, Copyright, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights reserved., Pearson, Sharon M. |
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