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

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The relative pronoun 'who' is used to refer to people and is the subject of the relative clause.

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

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The relative pronoun 'whom' is used to refer to people and is the object of the relative clause.

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When do we use 'whose'?

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

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What is the difference between 'which' and 'that'?

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'Which' is used for non-restrictive clauses (providing extra information), while 'that' is used for restrictive clauses (essential information).

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Fill in the blank: The book ___________ I borrowed was fascinating.

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which

Front

Fill in the blank: The teacher ___________ teaches us is very kind.

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who

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Fill in the blank: The girl ___________ won the race is my sister.

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who

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Fill in the blank: The car ___________ I want is very expensive.

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that

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Fill in the blank: The house ___________ we visited was old.

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that