Demonstrative pronouns

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What is a demonstrative pronoun?

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A demonstrative pronoun is a word that points to specific things or people. Examples include 'this', 'that', 'these', and 'those'.

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What does 'this' refer to?

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'This' refers to a singular noun that is close to the speaker.

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What does 'that' refer to?

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'That' refers to a singular noun that is far from the speaker.

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What do 'these' refer to?

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'These' refers to plural nouns that are close to the speaker.

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What do 'those' refer to?

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'Those' refers to plural nouns that are far from the speaker.

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Fill in the blank: '____ is my book.'

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'This is my book.' (using 'this' for something close)

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Fill in the blank: '____ are my friends.'

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'These are my friends.' (using 'these' for people close)

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Fill in the blank: '____ is a car.'

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'That is a car.' (using 'that' for something far)

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Fill in the blank: '____ are the toys.'

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'Those are the toys.' (using 'those' for toys that are far)

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Choose the correct demonstrative pronoun: '____ is my pencil.'

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'This is my pencil.' (using 'this' for something close)