This paper attempts to review theoretical effects of a new version of feature checking theory of Chomsky (2000), and to discuss its problems in terms of matching relation between a probe and a goal. To maximize the theoretical effects of Agree operation, this paper, focusing on Case, presents the following assumptions: a. Case features should be differentiated as nominative, null and accusative. b. Functional categories, T and υ bears Case as an inherent properties respectively in the lexicon: T bears nominative Case and υ, accusative. c. Case should be deleted under matching between a probe(=the Case feature of T/υ) and its goal(=that of a substantive category).
Abstract
1. Introduction
2. Theoretical effects of Agree System
3. Is Deletion of Structural Cases a Free Ride?
4. Our Proposals
5. Summary and Conclusion
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