Mastering Ambiguous Pronouns in SAT Grammar

The video tutorial discusses ambiguous pronouns in the SAT writing section. It explains that a pronoun must clearly refer to a noun, and when it doesn't, it is considered ambiguous. An example is provided to illustrate this concept, showing how to resolve ambiguity by replacing the pronoun with a specific noun. The video also covers how to identify ambiguous pronoun questions in the SAT, noting that answer choices often include ambiguous pronouns, and the correct answer typically combines a pronoun with a noun.

How many grammar types are tested in the SAT writing section?

• 14

• 12

• 16

• 10

Which section of the SAT does the video focus on?

• Essay

• Math

• Writing

• Critical Reading

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CCSS.L.2.2C

What percentage of the grammar types tested are considered fundamental?

• 80%

• 85%

• 90%

• 75%

What is an ambiguous pronoun?

• A pronoun that is not used in the sentence

• A pronoun with unclear reference

• A pronoun that refers to multiple nouns

• A pronoun that clearly refers to one noun

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

In the example with Jane and Michelle, why is 'she' considered ambiguous?

• It is not ambiguous

• It refers to both Jane and Michelle

• It refers to someone not mentioned

• It's unclear who 'she' refers to

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

How can the ambiguity of the pronoun in the example be resolved?

• By removing the pronoun

• By adding more nouns

• By specifying the noun it refers to

• By changing the sentence structure

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

What is a common feature of ambiguous pronoun questions in the SAT?

• They are optional

• They are difficult

• They are rare

• They include multiple ambiguous options

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

In the artists example, what does 'this' potentially refer to?

• Boundaries of art

• All of the above

• Artists only

• Public and art critics

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CCSS.L.1.1D

CCSS.L.3.1A

What is the correct way to resolve ambiguity in the artists example?

• Use a pronoun

• Specify the noun after the pronoun

• Ignore the ambiguity

• Remove all nouns

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D