The video introduces pronouns, explaining their role in replacing repeated nouns to make sentences more efficient. Through examples, it demonstrates how pronouns like 'he', 'her', and 'it' can substitute for nouns when the context is clear. The video emphasizes the importance of pronouns in avoiding redundancy and maintaining clarity in communication.

What is the primary function of pronouns in a sentence?

• To introduce new characters

• To make sentences longer

• To replace nouns to avoid repetition

• To add more details to the sentence

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

Why might repeating nouns in a sentence be problematic?

• It can make the sentence more interesting

• It can change the meaning of the sentence

• It can make sentences unnecessarily long

• It can make sentences confusing

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Which pronoun would correctly replace 'Emma' in a sentence to avoid repetition?

• Her

• He

• They

• It

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

How can pronouns improve sentence clarity?

• By repeating important information

• By adding descriptive details

• By replacing specific nouns to avoid repetition

• By introducing new nouns

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

What does the use of pronouns in a sentence allow speakers to do?

• Introduce new topics

• Make sentences more complex

• Avoid mentioning the noun repeatedly

• Speak more formally

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

Which pronoun would be used to replace 'the log' in a sentence?

• She

• It

• They

• We

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

Which of the following is not a function of pronouns?

• To replace nouns

• To avoid repetition

• To maintain clarity

• To add new information

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

How do pronouns contribute to the coherence of a text?

• By adding complexity

• By ensuring it flows smoothly without unnecessary repetition

• By making it longer

• By making it more detailed

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

What are pronouns primarily used for in English?

• To stand in for other words

• To introduce new concepts

• To decorate the text

• To provide specific details

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

What is a key characteristic of pronouns in language?

• They make sentences shorter

• They always refer to people

• They stand in for other words

• They can only replace nouns

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D