On Fri, 24 Oct 2003 at 22:02 GMT, Ron Johnson penned: > > I didn't learn that exact method, but did learn what I guess you'd > call "sentence decomposition". It fundamental to being able to > comprehend complex sentences. >
I don't know about that. Having a mental map of sentences may be fundamental to constructing them perfectly, but being able to understand them seems to be a less formal process. That is, we may have built a diagram subconsciously, but most people don't need to be able to draw that diagram to use the language. (Just as it would take me some time to figure out the BNF for a programmin language, but I can read and use it in all but the most bizarre permutations without trouble.) -- monique Unless you need to share ultra-sensitive super-spy stuff with me, please don't email me directly. I will most likely see your post before I read your mail, anyway. -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
