Indefinite Pronouns

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What is an indefinite pronoun?

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An indefinite pronoun is a pronoun that does not refer to a specific person, thing, or amount. Examples include 'anyone', 'everyone', 'somebody', and 'nobody'.

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Give an example of an indefinite pronoun used in a question.

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Example: 'Is anyone watching TV?'

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What does the indefinite pronoun 'anybody' imply?

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'Anybody' implies any person, without specifying who.

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What is the difference between 'someone' and 'anyone'?

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'Someone' refers to a specific but unknown person, while 'anyone' refers to any person at all.

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When would you use 'no one'?

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You use 'no one' to indicate that not a single person is involved or present.

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What does 'everything' mean in the context of indefinite pronouns?

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'Everything' refers to all things or all matters, without exception.

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How do you use 'nobody' in a sentence?

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Example: 'Nobody knows the answer to that question.'

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What is the function of indefinite pronouns in a sentence?

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Indefinite pronouns serve as subjects or objects in a sentence, replacing nouns that are not specifically identified.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'anyone'.

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Example: 'Is anyone coming to the party?'

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What is the meaning of 'no one' in a sentence?

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'No one' means that not a single person is included or involved.