Demonstrative Pronouns in English

The video tutorial by Dan from ispeakspokespoken.com covers the use of demonstrative pronouns: 'this', 'that', 'these', and 'those'. It explains their importance in providing clarity and context in communication. The tutorial includes a pronunciation guide, usage rules for close and distant objects, and their application in abstract ideas and conversations. It also discusses using these pronouns as replacements in sentences and for emphasis. The video concludes with a practice session and encourages viewers to download slides and take a quiz.

What is the primary function of demonstrative pronouns in English?

• To replace verbs in sentences

• To confuse the listener

• To add humor to sentences

• To provide clarity and context

Which sound is crucial for pronouncing 'this', 'that', 'these', and 'those' correctly?

• The 'sh' sound

• The 'th' sound

• The 'ch' sound

• The 'ph' sound

When should you use 'this' and 'these'?

• For abstract ideas

• For objects that are close to you

• For objects that are far away

• For past events

Which of the following is a correct example of using 'this' for a single object?

• This are my books

• This is my coffee

• This are the mountains

• This were the best days

Which pronouns are used for objects that are far from the speaker?

• This and these

• That and those

• We and they

• He and she

Which of the following sentences correctly uses 'those'?

• Those are the mountains

• Those was an amazing performance

• Those is the library

• Those is my coffee

How can 'this' and 'that' be used in conversations beyond physical proximity?

• To indicate time

• To describe colors

• To refer to a point being discussed

• To express emotions

What is an example of using 'this' in a conversation to refer to a point being discussed?

• This was the best days

• This are challenging times

• This is what I mean

• This is the library

Which of the following is a correct example of using 'this' in a sentence?

• This were the best days

• This are the mountains

• This is what I mean

• This are my books

Which pronouns can be used to refer to abstract ideas?

• These and those

• We and they

• This and that

• He and she