Relative Pronouns

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What is a relative pronoun?

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A relative pronoun is a pronoun that introduces a relative clause and relates to a noun mentioned previously in the sentence. Examples include 'who', 'whom', 'whose', 'which', and 'that'.

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What is the function of the relative pronoun 'who'?

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The relative pronoun 'who' is used to refer to the subject of a relative clause, typically for people.

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What is the function of the relative pronoun 'whom'?

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The relative pronoun 'whom' is used to refer to the object of a verb or preposition in a relative clause, typically for people.

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When do you use 'whose' as a relative pronoun?

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'Whose' is used to indicate possession in a relative clause, referring to people or things.

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What is the difference between 'who' and 'whom'?

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'Who' is used as a subject, while 'whom' is used as an object in a sentence.

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Can 'that' be used as a relative pronoun?

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Yes, 'that' can be used as a relative pronoun to refer to people, animals, or things, and it is often used in restrictive clauses.

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What is a restrictive relative clause?

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A restrictive relative clause provides essential information about the noun it modifies and is not set off by commas.

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What is a non-restrictive relative clause?

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A non-restrictive relative clause adds extra information about a noun but is not essential to the meaning of the sentence and is set off by commas.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'who' correctly.

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The teacher who assigned the homework is very strict.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'whom' correctly.

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The student to whom I spoke was very helpful.