Reflexive and Intensive Pronouns

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What is a reflexive pronoun?

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A reflexive pronoun is a pronoun that refers back to the subject of the sentence. Examples include myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, and themselves.

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What is an intensive pronoun?

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An intensive pronoun emphasizes a noun or another pronoun. It is the same as a reflexive pronoun but is used for emphasis. Examples include myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, and themselves.

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Give an example of a reflexive pronoun in a sentence.

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She taught herself how to play the piano.

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Give an example of an intensive pronoun in a sentence.

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I myself will handle the project.

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What is the difference between reflexive and intensive pronouns?

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Reflexive pronouns refer back to the subject, while intensive pronouns emphasize a noun or pronoun without changing the meaning.

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Identify the reflexive pronoun in this sentence: 'They enjoyed themselves at the party.'

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The reflexive pronoun is 'themselves'.

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Identify the intensive pronoun in this sentence: 'He himself completed the assignment.'

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The intensive pronoun is 'himself'.

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Can a sentence have both a reflexive and an intensive pronoun?

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Yes, a sentence can have both, but they will refer to different nouns or pronouns.

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What is the role of reflexive pronouns in a sentence?

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Reflexive pronouns indicate that the subject and the object of the verb are the same.

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What is the role of intensive pronouns in a sentence?

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Intensive pronouns add emphasis to a noun or pronoun in the sentence.