Reflexive & 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, indicating that the subject performs an action on itself. 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 in the sentence. It is formed the same way as reflexive pronouns but does not change the meaning of the sentence. 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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Ethel promised herself a reward for her hard work.

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Give an example of an intensive pronoun in a sentence.

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The players prepared themselves by staying in shape.

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How can you identify a reflexive pronoun in a sentence?

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A reflexive pronoun will always refer back to the subject of the sentence and is necessary for the meaning of the sentence.

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How can you identify an intensive pronoun in a sentence?

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An intensive pronoun emphasizes a noun or pronoun and can be removed from the sentence without changing its meaning.

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What is the difference between reflexive and intensive pronouns?

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Reflexive pronouns are essential to the meaning of the sentence, while intensive pronouns are not essential and serve only to emphasize.

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

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Yes, a sentence can contain both types of pronouns, but they will serve different functions.

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What is the reflexive pronoun for 'we'?

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The reflexive pronoun for 'we' is 'ourselves'.

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What is the intensive pronoun for 'you'?

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The intensive pronoun for 'you' is 'yourself'.