Understanding Linking Verbs and Pronouns

The video tutorial explains the difference between subject pronouns (he/she) and object pronouns (him/her). It highlights common grammatical mistakes, such as using 'this is him' instead of 'this is he'. The tutorial also covers the role of linking verbs, like 'to be', which require subject pronouns. Traditional grammar rules dictate that linking verbs are followed by subject pronouns, even if it sounds unusual. The video uses humorous examples involving a fictional Mr. J. Bieber to illustrate these points.

What is the common grammatical mistake Mr. J. Bieber makes when answering the phone?

• He says 'this is her' instead of 'this is she'.

• He says 'this is she' instead of 'this is her'.

• He says 'this is him' instead of 'this is he'.

• He says 'this is he' instead of 'this is him'.

What are pronouns?

• Words that take the place of a noun.

• Words that link sentences together.

• Words that describe adjectives.

• Words that describe actions.

What should Mr. Bieber say when someone calls asking for him?

• 'This is she.'

• 'This is he.'

• 'This is her.'

• 'This is him.'

Why don't we say 'I love he'?

• Because 'he' is a linking verb.

• Because 'he' is the subject pronoun and 'him' is the object pronoun.

• Because 'love' is not an action verb.

• Because 'he' is not a pronoun.

What is the role of action verbs in pronoun usage?

• They determine the object pronoun.

• They describe the state of existence.

• They determine the subject pronoun.

• They link the subject to the predicate.

What type of verb is 'to be'?

• A pronoun verb.

• An action verb.

• A linking verb.

• A descriptive verb.

What follows a linking verb according to traditional grammar?

• Object pronouns like him or her.

• Subject pronouns like he or she.

• Descriptive verbs.

• Action verbs.

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

• 'It was she the JB fangirls were calling late at night.'

• 'It was he the JB fangirls were calling late at night.'

• 'It was her the JB fangirls were calling late at night.'

• 'It was him the JB fangirls were calling late at night.'

What is the correct response to 'Who stole the cookie from the cookie jar?'

• 'It was her.'

• 'It was him.'

• 'It was he.'

• 'It was she.'