stud
bud
Sign up
Log in
Home
Library
Explore
SAT
More
Pronoun Errors Flashcards | StudBud
Explore
/
Pronoun Errors
Pronoun Errors
33 terms
·
StudBud Administration
·
969 plays
Pronoun Shifts and Vague Pronouns with Fill in the Blank Pronoun Practice
Flashcards
33 cards
F
Practice quiz
P
Host live
L
Questions
33
Answers
1
If dentists want to attract new clients, you should advertise your office.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
2
A professional athlete must practice daily to build their strength.
Vague Pronoun
Pronoun Shift
3
My wife and I bought a cabinet, and the saleslady assured _____ that it was an antique.
me
we
them
us
4
The builders met with the designers to discuss their ideas.
Vague Pronoun
Pronoun Shift
5
When my brother and I went camping with _____ mother, she snored so loud we couldn't sleep.
my
her
his
our
6
For protection, medieval castles often had moats surrounding it.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
7
When a guest comes to your house, you should make them feel welcome.
Vague Pronoun
Pronoun Shift
8
The manager placed the vases on the tables to show they are reserved.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
9
Once Mary read the math problem to Wendy, she understood it better.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
10
Paul purchased an instruction manual for his new game before realizing it was in German.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
11
What is a vague pronoun?
A pronoun without a clear antecedent
A pronoun that is misspelled
A pronoun that does not match the antecedent
A pronoun that is right next to the antecedent
12
A state senator should read a bill carefully before they vote for it.
Vague Pronoun
Pronoun Shift
13
I ordered french fries, but the waiter forgot to bring _____ to the table.
them
they
it
its
14
Domes are popular designs because it is a sturdy structure.
Vague Pronoun
Pronoun Shift
15
A person should be trusted until they prove otherwise.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
16
A chameleon can change colors, allowing ______ to hide from predators.
us
them
they
it
17
In the past, a navigator had few resources, and they had to rely on maps and stars.
Vague Pronoun
Pronoun Shift
18
Candidates for the job will make a good impression if he is on time to the interview.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
19
After playing disc golf, my family and I sat on the bench, letting the breeze cool ______ down.
us
him
me
them
20
Tom is going to a movie with his brother after he gets off work.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
21
What causes the two pronoun errors in writing?
using a pronoun that does not match the antecedent
using a pronoun right next to the antecedent
using a pronoun with no clear antecedent
spelling the pronoun or antecedent wrong
22
When Ginger was a little girl, her mother encouraged ______ to dream big.
it
you
them
her
23
They say that bananas and apples should be stored separately.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
24
In 2000, swimmer Michael Phelps competed in ______ first Olympics.
our
my
his
their
25
Luis and I plan to take _____ friend Jessica to the beach.
them
me
our
their
26
Jeff and Paul divided the work so all he had to do was paint the wood.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
27
What is a pronoun shift?
A pronoun that is right next to the antecedent
A pronoun that is misspelled
A pronoun that does not match the antecedent
A pronoun without a clear antecedent
28
My teammates and I always stretch before _____ play soccer.
they
I
we
she
29
Students should stay home when sick, but you should check itslearning.
Vague Pronoun
Pronoun Shift
30
He rejected the students' petition before reading it.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
31
Sarah took the wrapper off the gum and then set it aside.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun
32
The mustard is in the refrigerator. Look for _____ near the ketchup.
it
them
you
me
33
Henry asked John to help him during the parade, so his absence is unusual.
Pronoun Shift
Vague Pronoun