Pronoun Review

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What is a pronoun?

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A word that takes the place of a noun.

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What is an antecedent?

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The word or group of words that a pronoun replaces.

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What is a vague pronoun?

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A pronoun that does not clearly refer to a specific noun.

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Identify the vague pronoun in the sentence: 'Despite the heat wave, they say Seattle is a cool city.'

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The pronoun 'they' is vague.

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What is the importance of avoiding shifts in pronoun usage?

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To maintain clarity and consistency in writing.

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Select the sentence that avoids a shift in pronoun usage: 'A jury member has the responsibility of determining a person's innocence or guilt; so, he or she must carefully consider the evidence.'

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This sentence avoids shifts in pronoun usage.

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What does the pronoun 'her' refer to in the sentence: 'Miss Havisham lives with Estella in HER mansion.'?

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It refers to both Miss Havisham and Estella, making it vague.

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What is the difference between a personal pronoun and a possessive pronoun?

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A personal pronoun refers to specific people or things (e.g., he, she, it), while a possessive pronoun indicates ownership (e.g., his, hers, theirs).

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What are the three types of pronouns?

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Personal pronouns, possessive pronouns, and demonstrative pronouns.

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Give an example of a demonstrative pronoun.

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This, that, these, those.