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Pronoun QuizMrs. Durand

I. Recognizing Pronouns: Circle all of the pronouns in the following story. There are a total of 30 pronouns in the story. The number in parentheses indicates the number of pronouns in the paragraph. 1 point each

As I sat in Mrs. Durand’s class, I daydreamed about how great my weekend was going to be. Everything

seemed normal as Bennett answered Mrs. Durand’s question about pronouns. It looked like today would be a

regular day in English class. (5)

Suddenly, Anand screamed because he saw a spider. Isaac examined the spider closely and quickly backed

away as he told us that the spider was poisonous. We felt pretty safe though, because everyone was sure

Caroline would kill it. When she didn’t, we became frightened. (9)

“This is terrible!” shouted Greer and Kirby as they ran out the door. “We are too young to die!” (3)

Sam and Michael jumped onto their desks hoping to escape the deadly spider. Vishal ran to get help from

someone down the hall. Libby said she would take the matter into her own hands. But the next minute, even

she ran out the door. Katelyn and Jack were next to offer help, saying, “We know who can save us from this!

If only we can find him!” (11)

Just in time, as all hope seemed lost, Aayan dashed into the room and killed the spider with the sole of his

shoe. He danced a celebratory end zone dance in commemoration of another victory. (2)

II. Pronouns and Antecedents: In the following sentences, circle the pronoun and write the antecedent in the blank. If there is no stated antecedent in the sentence, write NA. 2 points each

1. The passengers scrambled to find their luggage.

2. The travelers found themselves arguing over items.

3. One person shouted, “The blue bag is mine!”

4. Another traveler said, “Are you sure?”

5. A young couple asked, “Where is our suitcase?”

6. One boy said he had lost a birthday gift.

7. Sawyer told himself not to get upset.

8. Everyone tried to find the birthday gift.

9. Unfortunately, someone stole the gift.

10. Sawyer decided he would be ok anyway.

III. Identifying Types of Pronouns: In each of the following sentences, circle the pronoun that is the type indicated in parentheses. 1 point each

Example: Many of his clients regularly order something every month. (indefinite)

11 . Give me a hand. (personal)

12 . Arnold himself paid for the refreshments for everyone at the meeting. (intensive)

13 . “Everything happens for the best” is a favorite saying of many people. (indefinite)

14. I have a cap just like that one. (personal)

15. Who do you think will be the next singing sensation? (interrogative)

16. Who said that and when? (demonstrative)

17. Trish and her friends think of themselves as role models for their younger sisters. (reflexive)

18. Sadie promised herself that she would save money. (personal)

19. What will be the top export from Brazil this year? (interrogative)

20. All of us players try to help each other. (indefinite)

IV. Types of Pronouns: Determine the type of pronoun underlined in each sentence. In the blank, write whether it is personal, intensive, reflexive, indefinite, interrogative, relative, or demonstrative. 2 points each

21. Is anyone interested in going out for pizza?

22. I would love to join you, but I have to babysit tonight.

23. Who do you think will run for president of our class?

24. I think that Mike would be a great candidate.

25. I don’t think he will run because he is too busy with sports.

26. That is a really cool car!

27. Lee and Kat went fishing and both caught six bass.

28. The models bought themselves new dresses.

29. The teacher herself could not believe her good fortune.

30. Which of you got the correct answer?

V. Identifying Pronouns and Their Types: Circle the pronoun in each sentence. In the blank, write whether it is personal, intensive, reflexive, indefinite, interrogative, relative, or demonstrative. 2 points each

31. That is an amazing sight!

32. What is the name of the artist?

33. Vincent Van Gogh, who was born in France, is the artist.

34. Everyone loves the painting.

35. Who told Karen about the game?

36. Has Angie herself been to see the play yet?

37. Both of the actors are Angie’s friends.

38. They do a great job in the performance.

39. The play was a huge commitment for each of the actors.

40. Joe read the reviews to himself.

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