Vague Pronouns

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Vague pronoun error example:

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Eric was always late for class, and it drove his teacher crazy.

Front

Vague pronoun in: "Thanks for sticking up for me; it shows you care."

Back

There is no antecedent.

Front

Set of pronouns without antecedents:

Back

I, me, you, yours

Front

Vague pronoun error example:

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Eli is always thinking about computers; it seems to be his only interest.

Front

Vague pronoun error: Armand visited George after his graduation ceremony.

Back

Armand visited George after his graduation ceremony had ended.

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All pronouns need clear antecedents except:

Back

1st and 2nd person pronouns

Front

Sentence without error:

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The chef accidentally knocked down the shelf of spices, ruining his soup.

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Identify the vague pronoun: Amanda took her mother and three cousins to a store. If you look carefully, you can see when the magician puts the card up his sleeve. Will you take me to your leader? As Joe was talking to Sam, he started to cry.

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As Joe was talking to Sam, he started to cry.

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Does NOT contain a vague pronoun:

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The pirates left their gold in a hidden cave.

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Vague pronoun example:

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Despite the heat wave, they say Seattle is a cool city.