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WorksheetsMastering Demonstrative Pronouns
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the primary function of demonstrative pronouns?
To replace nouns in a sentence.
To point to specific things or people.
To describe actions or states.
To indicate time or place.
Which demonstrative pronoun would you use to refer to something nearby?
these
that
this
those
How do you form the comparative of 'this'?
The comparative form is 'more this'
'this' can be compared as 'thist'
'this' does not have a comparative form.
'this' becomes 'these' in comparative
In what context would you use 'that' instead of 'this'?
'This' is used for things that are not mentioned before.
'This' is used for something more formal or serious.
'That' is used for something more distant or previously mentioned.
'That' is used exclusively for objects in close proximity.
Provide an example sentence using 'these' correctly.
This apple is fresh and delicious.
These apple are fresh and delicious.
Those apples are fresh and delicious.
These apples are fresh and delicious.
What is the plural form of 'this'?
those
thises
theses
these
When should you use 'those' instead of 'these'?
Use 'those' only for singular items.
Use 'those' for distant or previously mentioned items.
Use 'those' for items that are closer to the speaker.
Use 'those' when referring to items that are currently present.
How does the context influence the use of 'this'?
Context has no effect on the meaning of 'this'.
'This' can only refer to physical objects.
'This' is always a specific object.
The context defines what 'this' refers to, affecting its meaning.
What is the difference in usage between 'this' and 'that'?
'This' is used in questions; 'that' is used in statements.
'This' refers to something nearby; 'that' refers to something farther away.
'This' is used for past events; 'that' is used for future events.
'This' indicates a general idea; 'that' specifies a particular detail.
Can 'these' be used to refer to singular nouns? Why or why not?
Yes, 'these' can refer to singular nouns in some contexts.
'These' can refer to a singular noun if it is a collective term.
'These' is often used for both singular and plural nouns.
No, 'these' cannot be used to refer to singular nouns.
Provide an example of a sentence using 'those' in a comparative context.
Those flowers are more beautiful than those weeds.
Those apples are sweeter than those oranges.
Those bananas are larger than those grapes.
Those cars are faster than those bicycles.
What is the significance of proximity in using 'this' and 'that'?
'This' and 'that' are interchangeable regardless of distance.
'This' is always used for past references, while 'that' is for future ones.
Proximity has no effect on the use of 'this' and 'that'.
Proximity determines the use of 'this' for nearby references and 'that' for distant ones.
How would you explain the use of 'these' in a formal context?
'These' is used to refer to items that are far away in a formal context.
'These' is a casual term that should be avoided in formal writing.
'These' is used exclusively for plural nouns in informal contexts.
'These' is used to refer to specific items or concepts that are relevant and nearby in a formal context.
What are some common mistakes made with demonstrative pronouns?
Confusing 'this' with 'it'
Confusing 'this' and 'that', misusing 'these' and 'those', and mismatching pronouns with their nouns.
Saying 'that' for plural nouns
Using 'them' instead of 'these'
How can the use of demonstrative pronouns change the meaning of a sentence?
The use of demonstrative pronouns can change the specificity and context of a sentence.
They are only used for questions.
They have no impact on sentence structure.
They can only refer to people.
