Relative Pronouns

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What is a relative pronoun?

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A relative pronoun is a word that connects a clause or phrase to a noun or pronoun. Examples include 'who', 'whom', 'whose', 'which', and 'that'.

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When do we use 'who'?

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We use 'who' to refer to people. For example: 'The teacher who teaches English is nice.'

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When do we use 'that'?

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We use 'that' to refer to people, animals, or things. For example: 'This is the book that I read.'

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When do we use 'whom'?

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We use 'whom' to refer to the object of a verb or preposition, usually in formal contexts. For example: 'To whom did you give the book?'

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When do we use 'whose'?

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We use 'whose' to show possession. For example: 'The girl whose bike is red is my friend.'

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

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

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Can 'which' be used for people?

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No, 'which' is typically used for animals or things, not for people. For example: 'The car which is red is mine.'

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Fill in the blank: The student ___ won the prize is my friend.

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who

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Fill in the blank: The book ___ I borrowed was interesting.

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that

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Fill in the blank: The teacher ___ I admire is very kind.

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whom