Mastering Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement

This video tutorial focuses on the importance of clear pronoun-antecedent relationships in writing. It explains what pronouns and antecedents are, provides examples of ambiguous pronoun usage, and offers strategies to resolve such ambiguities. The tutorial includes practical exercises for students to practice identifying and revising unclear pronoun references, ensuring that each pronoun clearly refers to its antecedent. By the end of the lesson, students will be able to edit their writing for better clarity and understanding.

In the example 'Jacob told his friend Mike he needed to go home,' who does 'he' refer to? Discuss the ambiguity.

How can dialogue be used to clarify pronoun references in writing?

Reflect on your own writing. How do you ensure that your pronouns are clear to the reader?