Which one does NOT a vague pronoun?

The pirates left their gold in a hidden cave.

Although the bike hit the tree, it was not damaged.

Even though Jane invited Sue to the party, she was still upset.

My aunt visited Paula; it was the first time she had ever left the state.

Philip likes reading books and he also loves trying new things which will give him a lot of new experiences. What does "which" refer to?

reading books and trying new things

If you are stung by a bee. The area around the sting will quickly redden and swell. The swelling will reduce after one hour. But it may remain itchy for one day. What does "it" refer to?

The area around the sting by the bee

One hour after the sting by the bee

In 2012, the World Health Organisation estimates that there were 14 million people suffered from cancers and 70% of them died. "Them" refers to _______

people who suffered from cancers

Which sentence contains a vague pronoun reference?

A) The teacher gave the student her book.

B) The teacher gave her book to the student.

C) The teacher gave the student the book.

D) The teacher gave the book to the student.

Identify the sentence with a clear pronoun reference.

B) Sarah was excited when she met Emily.

A) When Sarah met Emily, she was excited.

C) When Sarah met Emily, she was excited to see her.

D) Sarah met Emily, and she was excited.

Choose the sentence that needs revision for pronoun clarity.

A) The dog chased the cat because it was scared.

B) The dog chased the cat because the cat was scared.

C) The dog chased the cat because the dog was scared.

D) The dog chased the cat because it was fun.

Which sentence demonstrates correct pronoun usage?

C) Alex told Jordan that he would help Jordan with his homework.

A) Alex told Jordan that he would help him with his homework.

B) Alex told Jordan that Jordan would help him with his homework.

D) Alex told Jordan that he would help him with Jordan's homework.

Pronoun Reference

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English

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10th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

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CCSS

L.3.1A, L.9-10.2A, L.6.1A

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Sarah Williams

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which contains a vague pronoun reference?

As Joe was talking to Sam, Sam started to cry.

As Joe was talking to Sam, he started to cry.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which sentence has a vague pronoun error?

Armand visited George after his graduation ceremony had ended.

The puppet show performed by Henry was undoubtedly his best creation yet.

The dog ate all the food in its bowl and all the food in the kitty's bowl too.

My dad spent the entire afternoon raking up all the leaves in our front and backyard.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1D

CCSS.L.3.1A

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Choose the correct sentence:

The economist predicts a rise in production; this is certainly encouraging to all of us looking for jobs.

The economist predicts a rise in production, which is certainly encouraging to all of us looking for jobs.

The economist predicts a rise in production; this prediction is certainly encouraging to all of us looking for jobs.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

They explained to the audience that a muskrat looks like a small beaver with a rat-like tail.

This sentence is OK

This sentence has a vague pronoun reference

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Ron and I ate lunch at that restaurant his dad owns.

This sentence is OK

This sentence has an unclear pronoun reference

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Mr. Castro is here with his father. Would you like me to introduce you to HIM? (This is vague. Who could him refer to in this sentence?)

Mr. Castro

father

me

Mr. Castro and father

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The Mosleys were in charge, but the Smiths brought food too. I thought THEIR food was delicious.(This is vague. Who could their refer to in this sentence?)

Mosleys and Smiths

Mosleys and food

Smiths and picnic

delicious and food

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

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Pronoun Reference

25 questions

Which contains a vague pronoun reference?

Which sentence has a vague pronoun error?

Choose the correct sentence:

They explained to the audience that a muskrat looks like a small beaver with a rat-like tail.

Ron and I ate lunch at that restaurant his dad owns.

Mr. Castro is here with his father. Would you like me to introduce you to HIM? (This is vague. Who could him refer to in this sentence?)

The Mosleys were in charge, but the Smiths brought food too. I thought THEIR food was delicious.(This is vague. Who could their refer to in this sentence?)

Which one does NOT a vague pronoun?

They explained to the audience that a muskrat looks like a small beaver with a rat-like tail. (Is this OK, or does it have a vague pronoun reference?)

Choose the correct sentence:

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