Reflexive & Intensive Pronoun Review

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What is a reflexive pronoun?

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A reflexive pronoun is a pronoun that refers back to the subject of the sentence. Examples include myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, and themselves.

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What is an intensive pronoun?

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An intensive pronoun is a pronoun that emphasizes a noun or another pronoun. Examples include myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, and themselves.

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Complete the sentence: The kitten gave ___ a bath.

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itself

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Complete the sentence: We should take a look at ___ before leaving.

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ourselves or ourselfs

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Complete the sentence: I built the swing set by ______ when I was only 10.

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myself

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Complete the sentence: They _____ ran a marathon in Austin, Texas.

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themselves

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Complete the sentence: You need to give ____ a break to rest.

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yourself

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What is the difference between reflexive and intensive pronouns?

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Reflexive pronouns refer back to the subject, while intensive pronouns emphasize the subject.

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Give an example of a sentence using a reflexive pronoun.

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She taught herself how to play the piano.

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Give an example of a sentence using an intensive pronoun.

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I myself will handle the project.