Relative Pronouns

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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', 'which', 'that', and 'where'.

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What is the function of the relative pronoun 'who'?

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The relative pronoun 'who' is used to refer to people. It introduces a clause that gives more information about a person.

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What is the function of the relative pronoun 'which'?

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The relative pronoun 'which' is used to refer to animals or things. It introduces a clause that provides additional information about a noun.

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What is the function of the relative pronoun 'that'?

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The relative pronoun 'that' can refer to people, animals, or things. It is often used in defining clauses.

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What is the function of the relative pronoun 'where'?

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The relative pronoun 'where' is used to refer to places. It introduces a clause that gives more information about a location.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'who'.

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The teacher who helped me is very kind.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'which'.

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The book which I borrowed was fascinating.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'that'.

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The car that I want is very expensive.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'where'.

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The park where we play is nearby.

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What is a defining relative clause?

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