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', 'whom', 'whose', 'which', and 'that'.

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When do we use 'who'?

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We use 'who' to refer to the subject of a verb in a relative clause, typically for people.

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When do we use 'whom'?

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We use 'whom' to refer to the object of a verb or preposition in a relative clause, typically for people.

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When do we use 'whose'?

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We use 'whose' to show possession in a relative clause.

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When do we use 'which'?

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We use 'which' to refer to animals or things in a relative clause.

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When do we use 'that'?

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

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Complete the sentence: The lady _____ I met on the train happened to be my former teacher.

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whom

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Complete the sentence: The man _______ was standing there was my brother.

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who

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Complete the sentence: The boy _______ father is a policeman received an award for honesty yesterday.

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whose

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Complete the sentence: The girl _______ lost her wallet was crying non-stop.

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who