Lesson 54 Who and Whom in Questions and Subordinate Clauses

Front

What is the difference between 'who' and 'whom'?

Back

'Who' is used as a subject pronoun, while 'whom' is used as an object pronoun.

Front

In what type of clauses is 'who' typically used?

Back

'Who' is typically used in independent and subordinate clauses where it acts as the subject.

Front

In what type of clauses is 'whom' typically used?

Back

'Whom' is typically used in subordinate clauses where it acts as the object.

Front

How can you determine whether to use 'who' or 'whom' in a sentence?

Back

You can determine by identifying if the pronoun is acting as a subject (use 'who') or an object (use 'whom').

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using 'who' correctly.

Back

Franklin, who was a devoted son, loved his mother.

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using 'whom' correctly.

Back

To whom should I address the letter?

Front

What is a common mistake people make when using 'who' and 'whom'?

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A common mistake is using 'who' when 'whom' is the correct choice, especially in formal writing.

Front

Can 'whom' be used in questions?

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Yes, 'whom' can be used in questions, especially when it is the object of a verb or preposition.

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What is the role of 'who' in the sentence: 'The teacher who taught me is retiring.'?

Back

'Who' is the subject of the subordinate clause 'who taught me'.

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What is the role of 'whom' in the sentence: 'The person to whom I spoke was helpful.'?

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'Whom' is the object of the preposition 'to'.