Demonstratives Quiz

What is the demonstrative singular pronoun for something close to the speaker?

• those

• these

• this

• that

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Give an example of a demonstrative adjective.

• are

• is

• am

• this

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CCSS.L.1.1F

CCSS.L.2.1E

Explain the difference between 'this' and 'that' in terms of distance.

• 'this' is used in formal settings, while 'that' is used in informal settings.

• 'this' refers to something closer, while 'that' refers to something farther away.

• 'this' is used for abstract concepts, while 'that' is used for concrete objects.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

How many demonstrative pronouns are there in English?

• 4

• 8

• 2

• 6

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Provide a sentence using a demonstrative pronoun.

• Those cat is sleeping.

• That book is mine.

• This pen are yours.

• These car is fast.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

When do we use 'these' instead of 'those'?

• We use 'these' when referring to objects or people that are far away.

• We use 'these' when referring to objects or people that are near us.

• We use 'these' when referring to singular items.

• We use 'these' when talking about abstract concepts.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Can a demonstrative pronoun stand alone in a sentence?

• No

• Sometimes

• Maybe

• Yes

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Choose the correct option

• Those cat are beautiful.

• Those cats are so beautiful.

• This cat are beautiful.

• This is my cats.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

In the sentence 'This is my book', what part of speech is 'this'?

• determiner

• preposition

• verb

• adjective

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CCSS.L.1.1F

CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.K.5B

Why are demonstratives important in language?

• Demonstratives help indicate the location or identity of a person or object in relation to the speaker or listener.

• Demonstratives are irrelevant in language

• Demonstratives confuse speakers and listeners

• Demonstratives are only used in written language

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CCSS.L.3.1A