Auxiliary Verbs, Frequencies, and the Identity of Scots.

Kirk, John M.

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Publication Date: 1987

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Auxiliary Verbs, Frequencies, and the Identity of Scots.

Kirk, John M.

Journal of Multilingual and Multicultural Development, v8 n1-2 p159-71 1987

Detailed analysis of frequencies of the primary auxiliary verb "be" in Scots dramatic texts leads to consideration of the typological relationship said to exist between different varieties of Scots and between them and standard English. (Author/CB)

Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Correlation, Dialects, Discourse Analysis, Drama, English, Language Patterns, Language Typology, Language Usage, Standard Spoken Usage, Uncommonly Taught Languages, Verbs, Word Frequency

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