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11.3 Pronouns and Antecedents Objective:. -To identify pronouns and their antecedents -To show agreement of pronouns and antecedents. Pronouns and Antecedents. Antecedent - a noun or group of words that a pronoun refers to. The turtle walked on the road. It traveled slow.
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11.3 Pronouns and Antecedents Objective: -To identify pronouns and their antecedents -To show agreement of pronouns and antecedents
Pronouns and Antecedents • Antecedent- a noun or group of words that a pronoun refers to. • The turtle walked on the road. It traveled slow. (it-pronoun, turtle –antecedent)
Examples • The story of the princess is amusing. I enjoyed ____. • Rory is in the class. ___ is dressed in black. • Katie is sewing a purse. ____is doing well. • The English section in the library is always crowded. ___ is very popular. • Jane and Mary went to the mall. ____left soon after I did.
Pronouns and Antecedents Activity 1. Our tour guide showed us his favorite spots. _______took us to the Vatican. 2. The swimmers are on a winning streak. Fans love to watch ________. 3. We read the fable. ________ was about elves. 4. Albert and I joined the Church Youth Group. ________ meet every Tuesday. 5. Jared aced the test. He received a 100 on __________. 6. The Renaissance took place in Europe. ______ lasted for several centuries.