Relative Pronouns: Who, Whom, That, Which, or Whom

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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, that, and which.

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When do we use 'who'?

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We use 'who' to refer to the subject of a verb in a relative clause.

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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 in a relative clause.

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What is the relative pronoun in the sentence: 'The cat that chased the mouse is mine.'?

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The relative pronoun is 'that'.

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What is the relative pronoun in the sentence: 'The book which I read was exciting.'?

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The relative pronoun is 'which'.

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

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'Who' is used for subjects, while 'whom' is used for objects.

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Can 'that' be used for people?

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Yes, 'that' can be used for people, but 'who' is often preferred.

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What is the relative pronoun in the sentence: 'The teacher who helps me is very nice.'?

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The relative pronoun is 'who'.

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What is the relative pronoun in the sentence: 'This is the house where I grew up.'?

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The relative pronoun is 'where'.

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What is the function of a relative pronoun?

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A relative pronoun connects a clause or phrase to a noun or pronoun, providing more information.