Relative Pronouns Flashcard

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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, whose, which, and that.

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When do we use 'who'?

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We use 'who' to refer to people and as the subject of a relative clause.

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When do we use 'whom'?

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We use 'whom' to refer to people and as the object of a relative clause.

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When do we use 'whose'?

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We use 'whose' to show possession or ownership.

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When do we use 'which'?

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We use 'which' to refer to animals or things, often in non-defining clauses.

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When do we use 'that'?

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We use 'that' to refer to people, animals, or things, often in defining clauses.

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What is a defining relative clause?

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A defining relative clause gives essential information about the noun it modifies. It is necessary for understanding the sentence.

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What is a non-defining relative clause?

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A non-defining relative clause adds extra information about a noun but is not essential to the meaning of the sentence.

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Can 'that' be used in non-defining clauses?

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No, 'that' cannot be used in non-defining clauses; 'which' is used instead.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'who'?

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The teacher who helps me is very kind.