Demonstrative Pronouns

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What is a demonstrative pronoun?

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A demonstrative pronoun is a pronoun that is used to point to something specific within a sentence. Examples include 'this', 'that', 'these', and 'those'.

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When do we use 'this'?

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We use 'this' to refer to a singular noun that is close to the speaker.

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When do we use 'that'?

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We use 'that' to refer to a singular noun that is farther away from the speaker.

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When do we use 'these'?

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We use 'these' to refer to plural nouns that are close to the speaker.

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When do we use 'those'?

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We use 'those' to refer to plural nouns that are farther away from the speaker.

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Fill in the blank: '_______ is my book.' (if the book is close to you)

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This.

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Fill in the blank: '_______ are the shoes I bought yesterday.' (if the shoes are far from you)

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Those.

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Choose the correct demonstrative pronoun: 'I like _______ cookies.' (if the cookies are near)

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these.

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Choose the correct demonstrative pronoun: 'Can you pass me _______ pen?' (if the pen is far)

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that.

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What is the difference between 'this' and 'these'?

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'This' is used for singular nouns, while 'these' is used for plural nouns.