Which term is defined as a sentence that is grammatically incomplete?

• A. Minor Sentence
• B. Incomplete Sentences
• C. Paralinguistic Features
• D. Status

Answer: (A)

Recognizing a specialized term for a sentence that lacks a finite verb or subject. A minor sentence is a grammatically incomplete utterance that still conveys meaning and is commonly used in headlines, notes, or spoken excerpts. For example, “Nice weather” or “Running late” lacks a finite verb and/or subject, so it isn’t a full sentence, but it’s treated as a functional unit in grammar. The other options don’t fit: “incomplete sentences” is a general description rather than a specific label; “paralinguistic features” refer to non-verbal aspects of communication; and “status” isn’t a term used to describe sentence types.