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Grammar | Pronoun and its Kinds
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🌟 Pronoun and Its Kinds: A Complete Guide for Learners
Keywords to Learn:
Pronoun, types of pronouns, examples of pronouns, and English grammar basics.
📘 What Is a Pronoun?
A pronoun is a
word used in place of a noun to avoid repetition and make sentences smoother.
Instead of saying "Ravi is a student. Ravi studies hard," we
say "Ravi is a student. He studies hard." — here, he is
the pronoun.
Pronouns help improve sentence flow and are essential in both spoken and written communication.
🔍 Why Are Pronouns
Important?
·
They make
language concise and elegant.
·
They help avoid
redundancy.
·
They clarify who
or what is being referred to.
🧠 Kinds of Pronouns
Here are the main types
of pronouns every learner should know:
| Type of Pronoun | Definition | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Pronouns | Refer to specific people or things. | I, you, he, she, it, we, they |
| Possessive Pronouns | Show ownership. | mine, yours, his, hers, ours, theirs |
| Reflexive Pronouns | Refer back to the subject. | myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself |
| Demonstrative Pronouns | Point to specific things. | this, that, these, those |
| Interrogative Pronouns | Used to ask questions. | who, whom, whose, which, what |
| Relative Pronouns | Link clauses or phrases. | who, whom, whose, which, that |
| Indefinite Pronouns | Refer to non-specific things or people. | someone, anyone, everyone, nobody, each |
✍️ Examples in Sentences
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Personal:
She is going to the market.
·
Possessive:
That book is mine.
·
Reflexive:
He hurt himself while playing.
·
Demonstrative:
These are my shoes.
·
Interrogative:
Who is your teacher?
·
Relative:
The man who called you is my uncle.
·
Indefinite:
Someone left their umbrella.
🎯 Final Thoughts
Understanding pronouns is a foundational step in mastering English grammar. Whether you're a student, teacher, or content creator, knowing how to use pronouns correctly enhances clarity and professionalism in communication.
📜 Grammar Practice
Passage
Read the passage below
and identify the pronouns and their kinds:
Rina
is a bright student. She studies hard every day and helps herself
with extra practice. Her friends admire her dedication. Someone
even said, “She will become a great scientist.” This is what
motivates her the most.
📝 Comprehension &
Grammar Questions
🔹 Part A: Identify the
Pronouns
List all the pronouns
used in the passage and classify them:
1. She – Type: __________
2. Herself – Type: __________
3. Her – Type: __________
4. Someone – Type: __________
5. This – Type: __________
🔹 Part B: Multiple
Choice Questions
1. Which of the
following is a reflexive pronoun?
A. mine
B. myself
C. he
D. this
2. Identify the
demonstrative pronoun in the sentence: “These are my books.”
A. these
B. my
C. books
D. are
3. Which pronoun is
used to ask questions?
A. herself
B. who
C. they
D. ours
4. Choose the
possessive pronoun from the list below.
A. them
B. hers
C. she
D. this
5. Which of the
following is an indefinite pronoun?
A. someone
B. he
C. we
D. that
✅ Answer Key
🔹 Part A Answers
1. She – Personal Pronoun
2. Herself – Reflexive Pronoun
3. Her – Possessive Pronoun
4. Someone – Indefinite Pronoun
5. This – Demonstrative
Pronoun
🔹 Part B Answers
1. B. myself, 2. B.
These, 3. B. Who, 4. B. Hers, 5. B. Someone
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