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Self-Study Guide

The Rank Scale

Description​

This self-study guide introduces the rank scale as a way of understanding English grammar as a structured, hierarchical system rather than as a collection of isolated topics. It shows how grammatical structure develops step by step and how meaning is shaped by this organisation.

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The rank scale is presented as a practical framework for analysing grammatical complexity and as the necessary starting point for all further work in grammar and syntax.

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This guide provides the conceptual groundwork required to make sense of subsequent grammar and syntax topics.​

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This guide covers:​​

  • The rank scale as a hierarchical system in English grammar​

  • The main grammatical levels within the system:

      ➟ Morphemes

      ➟ Words

      ➟ Phrases

      ➟ Clauses

      ➟ Sentence​s

  • Clear examples demonstrating how the levels relate to one another

 

 

​Guide Format​​​

          PDF self-study guide

          Immediate digital access after purchase​​

 

 

Price​

Real price: USD 23

Promotional price:  USD 12 (valid until 30th April)

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