We also observe that in both languages, indefinites can be formed by appending Q directly to a wh-word in a declarative sentence. Using this, we develop a compositional semantic account under which wh-words like who are represented as sets of individuals and Q is represented as an existential quantifier over choice function variables. This, in conjunction with the proposed syntax, allows us to derive the semantics both of questions and of indefinites containing wh-words.
More complex issues arise when considering questions with multiple wh-words and with quantifiers.
It is proposed that in multiple questions, Q originates by the lowest wh-word. Questions with quantifiers with functional readings and with pair-list readings are also discussed in detail. Thesis overview 12 2. Introduction to Sinhala questions 19 4. A brief introduction to Shuri Okinawan kakari-musubi 26 2.