Reflexive and Intensive Pronouns

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What is a reflexive pronoun?

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A reflexive pronoun refers back to the subject of the sentence and indicates that the subject and object are the same person or thing. Examples: myself, yourself, himself, herself.

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What is an intensive pronoun?

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An intensive pronoun emphasizes a noun or another pronoun. It is not necessary for the sentence to make sense. Examples: myself, yourself, himself, herself.

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Identify the reflexive pronoun in this sentence: 'She taught herself how to play the piano.'

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herself

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Identify the intensive pronoun in this sentence: 'He himself fixed the car.'

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himself

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Fill in the blank with the correct reflexive pronoun: 'They enjoyed the party by __________.'

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themselves

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Fill in the blank with the correct intensive pronoun: 'I will do it __________.'

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myself

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What is the difference between reflexive and intensive pronouns?

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Reflexive pronouns refer back to the subject, while intensive pronouns emphasize a noun or pronoun.

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Choose the correct pronoun: 'You should be proud of __________.' (yourself, yourselves)

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yourself

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Choose the correct pronoun: 'The cat cleaned __________.' (itself, itself)

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itself

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Identify the type of pronoun: 'The mayor presented the new program herself.'

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intensive