Choose between subject and object pronouns
key notes :
Definition of Pronouns:
- A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun. There are different types of pronouns, including subject and object pronouns.
Subject Pronouns:
- Subject pronouns are used as the subject of a sentence.
- Examples: I, you, he, she, it, we, they.
- These pronouns perform the action of the verb in the sentence.
- Example: “She runs fast.”
Object Pronouns:
- Object pronouns are used as the object of a verb or preposition.
- Examples: me, you, him, her, it, us, them.
- These pronouns receive the action of the verb.
- Example: “The teacher gave him a book.”
How to Choose Between Subject and Object Pronouns:
- If the pronoun is performing the action, use a subject pronoun.
- Example: “He plays soccer.”
- If the pronoun is receiving the action, use an object pronoun.
- Example: “The coach praised him.”
Pronouns in Compound Subjects or Objects:
- When combining pronouns with other nouns in a sentence, choose the correct form for each part.
- Subject example: “She and her brother are playing.”
- Object example: “The gift was for him and his sister.”
Pronouns with Prepositions:
- After prepositions like to, for, with, and at, use object pronouns.
- Example: “She is sitting next to me.”
Avoid Common Mistakes:
Do not use subject pronouns where object pronouns should be used.
- Incorrect: “She gave the book to I.”
- Correct: “She gave the book to me.”
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