Grammar 2.6.5 Connect to writing HMH

Use pronouns in your writing.

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Be careful not to REPEAT

Be careful not to repeat a noun too many times in your writing. You can use pronouns in place of nouns to keep your writing from being boring and choppy. Pay attention to antecedents and be sure to choose the correct pronoun.

Better Sentences.

The trainer wrote a fascinating book about dogs. The trainer is speaking at the library. I would like to read the trainer's book.

Repeated Nouns

Example

You need to use the noun the first time, so we know what the pronoun stands for.

The trainer wrote a fascinating book about dogs. She is speaking at the library. I would like to read her book.

Multiple Choice

Jessie and I worked on a story together. Jessie and I spent one week writing the story. Then Jessie and I showed it to our teacher. Our teacher thought the story was good. Our teacher told us that the story needed an ending.

What should the underlined word be changed to?

• He

• We

• Us

• They

Multiple Choice

Jessie and I worked on a story together. Jessie and I spent one week writing the story. Then Jessie and I showed it to our teacher. Our teacher thought the story was good. Our teacher told us that the story needed an ending.

What should the underlined word be changed to?

• He

• We

• She

• They