In this article we will take a look at some common mistakes in the use of pronouns. Incorrect: Each of these boys play cricket well.… Continue reading
Pronoun-antecedent agreement
A pronoun is a word used to refer to a noun mentioned earlier in the text. This noun is called the antecedent of the pronoun.… Continue reading
Using the demonstrative pronouns
There are only five demonstrative pronouns in English: this, that, these, those and such. Demonstrative pronouns can behave either as pronouns or as adjectives. When… Continue reading
Personal pronouns exercise
Fill in the blanks with suitable pronouns. 1. John and Peter are brothers. I know ………………… . very well and my father likes ………………….. very… Continue reading
Relative clauses and relative pronouns
Clauses beginning with question words (e.g. who, which, where) are often used to identify people and things. Clauses used like this are called relative clauses.… Continue reading