When it comes to an understanding the English language, one of the most important words to understand is “what.” This seemingly simple word can have a variety of meanings and applications depending on how it is used in a sentence. In its simplest form, “what” can be used as an interrogative pronoun that asks for information about something or someone. For example: What did you do last night? In this context, what is being used to inquire about another person’s activities from the previous evening? It can also be used as an adjective when asking questions such as: What kind of food do you like? Here is what modifies food… Read More
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A question is a sentence, phrase, or word that expresses uncertainty or seeks information. A question mark “?” is used to end a direct question. An indirect question does not require a question mark. Questions can be rhetorical, meaning they are not meant to be answered but rather to make the reader think about something or challenge what they already believe. There are different types of questions: closed-ended and open-ended. Closed-ended questions can usually be answered with a simple “yes” or “no,” while open-ended questions will require more thought and usually cannot be answered with just one word. Open-ended questions often begin with who, what, when, where, why, how, or… Read More
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