Reciprocal Pronouns

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What are reciprocal pronouns?

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Reciprocal pronouns are pronouns used to indicate a mutual relationship between two or more people or things. The two main reciprocal pronouns in English are 'each other' and 'one another.'

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When do we use 'each other'?

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We use 'each other' when referring to two people or things that are mutually involved in an action.

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When do we use 'one another'?

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We use 'one another' when referring to three or more people or things that are mutually involved in an action.

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Fill in the blank: Harry and I like _________ very much.

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each other

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Fill in the blank: When you meet a new classmate, you should tell___________your names.

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each other

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Fill in the blank: The two prison inmates were suspicious of _________.

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each other

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Fill in the blank: My sister and my mom look just like________________.

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each other

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Fill in the blank: I cannot believe it has been one whole year since we have seen_________________.

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each other

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What is the difference between 'each other' and 'one another'?

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The main difference is that 'each other' is used for two entities, while 'one another' is used for three or more.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'one another'.

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The students helped one another with their homework.