Relative pronouns who/which/where

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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 in the main clause. Examples include 'who', 'which', and 'where'.

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When do we use 'who'?

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We use 'who' to refer to people. It is used as the subject of a relative clause.

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Provide an example of 'who' in a sentence.

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Mr. Jones, who is a taxi driver, lives on the corner.

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When do we use 'which'?

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We use 'which' to refer to animals and things. It is used to provide additional information about a noun.

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Provide an example of 'which' in a sentence.

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Yesterday I saw a car which was really old.

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When do we use 'where'?

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We use 'where' to refer to places. It introduces a relative clause that gives more information about a location.

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Provide an example of 'where' in a sentence.

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This is the hotel where I always stay in Paris.

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What is the function of a relative clause?

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

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Can relative pronouns be omitted?

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Yes, in some cases, relative pronouns can be omitted, especially when they are the object of the relative clause.

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Provide an example of an omitted relative pronoun.

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The book (that) I read was fascinating.