Pronoun Antecedent Agreement

Front

What is a pronoun?

Back

A word that takes the place of a noun.

Front

What is an antecedent?

Back

The noun that a pronoun refers to.

Front

Choose the correct pronoun: The dog is barking. ____ is very loud.

Back

it

Front

Choose the correct pronoun: The girls are playing. ____ are having fun.

Back

they

Front

Choose the correct pronoun: My brother is tall. ____ plays basketball.

Back

he

Front

Choose the correct pronoun: Maria loves to read. ____ has many books.

Back

she

Front

What is pronoun-antecedent agreement?

Back

When a pronoun matches its antecedent in number and gender.

Front

Choose the correct pronoun: The cat is sleeping. ____ is on the couch.

Back

it

Front

Choose the correct pronoun: The teachers are helpful. ____ answer questions.

Back

they

Front

Choose the correct pronoun: My sister is a great cook. ____ makes dinner.

Back

she