Indefinite Pronouns

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What are indefinite pronouns?

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Indefinite pronouns are pronouns that do not refer to a specific person, thing, or amount. Examples include 'anyone', 'everyone', 'some', 'all', 'both', 'either', and 'neither'.

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What is the function of the indefinite pronoun 'both'?

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The indefinite pronoun 'both' refers to two items or people and is used to indicate that two things are included.

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What is the function of the indefinite pronoun 'either'?

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The indefinite pronoun 'either' is used to refer to one of two options or choices.

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What is the function of the indefinite pronoun 'neither'?

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The indefinite pronoun 'neither' is used to refer to not one nor the other of two options.

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Is 'both' singular or plural?

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'Both' is plural.

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Provide an example sentence using 'either'.

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You can have either chocolate or vanilla ice cream.

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Provide an example sentence using 'neither'.

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Neither of the answers is correct.

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Provide an example sentence using 'both'.

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Both of my friends are coming to the party.

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What is the correct subject-verb agreement with 'many'?

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'Many' takes a plural verb, so the correct form is 'Many give generously.'

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What is the difference between 'either' and 'neither'?

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'Either' refers to one of two options, while 'neither' refers to not one nor the other of two options.