Demonstrative Pronouns vs. Demonstrative Adjectives

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What is a demonstrative pronoun?

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A demonstrative pronoun points out a specific person, place, thing, or idea. Examples include 'this', 'that', 'these', and 'those'.

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What is a demonstrative adjective?

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A demonstrative adjective modifies a noun by pointing out a specific person, place, thing, or idea. Examples include 'this' in 'this book' and 'that' in 'that car'.

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Identify the part of speech: 'This' in 'This peach is delicious.'

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Demonstrative adjective.

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Identify the part of speech: 'That' in 'That is a very funny kitten.'

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Demonstrative pronoun.

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Identify the part of speech: 'Those' in 'I would like to see those movies.'

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Demonstrative adjective.

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Identify the part of speech: 'That' in 'I would like to pet that dog.'

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Demonstrative adjective.

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What are the four main demonstrative pronouns?

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This, that, these, those.

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How do demonstrative pronouns differ from demonstrative adjectives?

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Demonstrative pronouns stand alone and replace nouns, while demonstrative adjectives modify nouns.

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Give an example of a sentence using a demonstrative pronoun.

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'These are my favorite shoes.'

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Give an example of a sentence using a demonstrative adjective.

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'I want that sandwich over there.'