Pronouns and Antecedents

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What is a pronoun?

Back

A pronoun is a word we use in everyday speech to replace a noun.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a pronoun?

Back

When.

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What is an antecedent?

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An antecedent is the noun that a pronoun refers to.

Front

What type of pronoun is 'he'?

Back

Personal pronoun.

Front

What is a possessive pronoun?

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A possessive pronoun shows ownership, such as 'his', 'hers', 'theirs'.

Front

Identify the antecedent in this sentence: 'The dog wagged its tail.'

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The antecedent is 'the dog'.

Front

What is the function of a pronoun in a sentence?

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To replace a noun and avoid repetition.

Front

Give an example of a personal pronoun.

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Examples include 'I', 'you', 'he', 'she', 'it', 'we', 'they'.

Front

What is the difference between a personal pronoun and a possessive pronoun?

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A personal pronoun refers to a specific person or thing, while a possessive pronoun indicates ownership.

Front

Which of the following is a personal possessive pronoun?

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'Yours'.