Grammar - Relative Pronouns and Adverbs

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What is a relative pronoun?

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

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What is a relative adverb?

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A relative adverb is a word that introduces a relative clause and relates to a noun or pronoun in terms of time, place, or reason. Examples include 'when', 'where', and 'why'.

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When do we use 'who'?

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We use 'who' to refer to people in relative clauses.

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When do we use 'which'?

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We use 'which' to refer to animals or things in relative clauses.

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When do we use 'that'?

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We use 'that' to refer to people, animals, or things in restrictive relative clauses.

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

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'Who' is used to refer to the subject of a verb, while 'whose' shows possession.

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What is the purpose of a relative clause?

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A relative clause provides additional information about a noun or pronoun in a sentence.

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Can 'which' be used for people?

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No, 'which' is used for animals or things, not for people.

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What does 'when' refer to in a sentence?

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'When' refers to a time in a relative clause.

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What does 'where' refer to in a sentence?

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'Where' refers to a place in a relative clause.