Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement

Front

Someone on the bus left their briefcase on the seat.

Back

his or her

Front

One player on the boys' team hurt themselves badly.

Back

himself

Front

Mrs. Jackson asked both boys to help and paid him well.

Back

them

Front

Several band members forgot their instruments.

Back

Correct As Is

Front

Have Mom and Dad said what ______ would like for their anniversary?

Back

they

Front

Either my sister Anita or Suzi will take _____ driving test tomorrow.

Back

her

Front

In the past year, 7% of employees were promoted to (his or her, their) positions.

Back

their

Front

Half of the pie was missing: it must have been eaten by Dad.

Back

it

Front

The binoculars are broken; it may need to be taken to the repair shop.

Back

they

Front

Leah and Kate said _______ were too tired to go to a movie on Friday.

Back

they