Reflexive Pronoun Tips #shorts #englishgrammar #esl

Reflexive Pronoun Tips #shorts #englishgrammar #esl

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English, Other

6th Grade - University

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The video provides three tips on using reflexive pronouns in English. First, avoid using reflexive pronouns after actions people typically do for themselves, like 'Anthony shaved before work' instead of 'Anthony shaved himself before work'. Second, reflexive pronouns can be used with 'by' to indicate someone acted alone, such as 'He watched TV by himself'. Lastly, do not use reflexive pronouns after prepositions of place, for example, 'He saw a spider directly above him' instead of 'above himself'.

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What is the general rule regarding the use of reflexive pronouns after actions?

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How can reflexive pronouns be used with the word 'by'?

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Provide an example of a sentence using a reflexive pronoun correctly.

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What is a common mistake when using reflexive pronouns after prepositions of place?

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Explain why the sentence 'He saw a spider directly above himself' is incorrect.

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