Understanding Reference Words in Writing

The video tutorial explains the use of reference words, such as pronouns, to avoid repetition in writing. It covers backward and forward reference words, types of pronouns, and their application in academic writing. Examples and exercises are provided to help identify and use reference words effectively.

What is the primary function of reference words in a sentence?

• To confuse the reader

• To lengthen the text

• To avoid repetition

• To introduce new ideas

How do reference words help in academic reading?

• By simplifying vocabulary

• By making texts more complex

• By connecting ideas

• By adding more words

Which pronoun is used to replace 'the platypus' in the example?

• They

• It

• He

• She

In the example, what does 'they' refer to?

• The experts

• The text

• The platypus

• The sentence

Why is 'the platypus' not replaced by 'it' in the last sentence?

• It is too far back in the text

• It is not a noun

• It is not clear

• It is a new idea

What does 'it' refer to in the sentence about the Japanese spider crab?

• The world

• The Japanese spider crab

• The shellfish

• The waters

In the example with Tom and Mary, what does 'her' refer to?

• The tea

• Mary

• The room

• Tom

What is the role of possessive pronouns in reference words?

• To lengthen the text

• To show ownership

• To introduce new ideas

• To confuse the reader

Which pronoun is used to refer to something close to the speaker?

• It

• This

• Those

• That

What does the demonstrative pronoun 'those' refer to?

• Something close

• Something previously mentioned

• Something new

• Something unclear