REFLEXIVE AND INTENSIVE PRONOUNS

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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, indicating that the subject and the object are the same person or thing. 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 preceding noun or pronoun. It is used for emphasis and does not change the meaning of the sentence. Examples include myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, and themselves.

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How can you identify a reflexive pronoun in a sentence?

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A reflexive pronoun can be identified by checking if it refers back to the subject of the sentence. If the action of the verb is performed by the subject on itself, it is reflexive.

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How can you identify an intensive pronoun in a sentence?

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An intensive pronoun can be identified by checking if it adds emphasis to a noun or pronoun in the sentence. It can be removed without changing the meaning of the sentence.

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Example of a reflexive pronoun in a sentence.

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"She taught herself how to play the piano."

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Example of an intensive pronoun in a sentence.

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"I myself completed the project on time."

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What is the difference between reflexive and intensive pronouns?

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The main difference is that reflexive pronouns refer back to the subject and are necessary for the sentence's meaning, while intensive pronouns emphasize a noun or pronoun and can be removed without altering the sentence's meaning.

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Can a sentence have both reflexive and intensive pronouns?

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Yes, a sentence can contain both types of pronouns. For example: "I myself made the dinner for myself."

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What are some common reflexive pronouns?

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Common reflexive pronouns include: myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, and themselves.

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What are some common intensive pronouns?

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Common intensive pronouns are the same as reflexive pronouns: myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, and themselves.