Mastering Demonstrative Pronouns

What is the primary function of demonstrative pronouns?

• To replace nouns in a sentence.

• To point to specific things or people.

• To describe actions or states.

• To indicate time or place.

Which demonstrative pronoun would you use to refer to something nearby?

• these

• that

• this

• those

How do you form the comparative of 'this'?

• The comparative form is 'more this'

• 'this' can be compared as 'thist'

• 'this' does not have a comparative form.

• 'this' becomes 'these' in comparative

In what context would you use 'that' instead of 'this'?

• 'This' is used for things that are not mentioned before.

• 'This' is used for something more formal or serious.

• 'That' is used for something more distant or previously mentioned.

• 'That' is used exclusively for objects in close proximity.

Provide an example sentence using 'these' correctly.

• This apple is fresh and delicious.

• These apple are fresh and delicious.

• Those apples are fresh and delicious.

• These apples are fresh and delicious.

What is the plural form of 'this'?

• those

• thises

• theses

• these

When should you use 'those' instead of 'these'?

• Use 'those' only for singular items.

• Use 'those' for distant or previously mentioned items.

• Use 'those' for items that are closer to the speaker.

• Use 'those' when referring to items that are currently present.

How does the context influence the use of 'this'?

• Context has no effect on the meaning of 'this'.

• 'This' can only refer to physical objects.

• 'This' is always a specific object.

• The context defines what 'this' refers to, affecting its meaning.

What is the difference in usage between 'this' and 'that'?

• 'This' is used in questions; 'that' is used in statements.

• 'This' refers to something nearby; 'that' refers to something farther away.

• 'This' is used for past events; 'that' is used for future events.

• 'This' indicates a general idea; 'that' specifies a particular detail.

Can 'these' be used to refer to singular nouns? Why or why not?

• Yes, 'these' can refer to singular nouns in some contexts.

• 'These' can refer to a singular noun if it is a collective term.

• 'These' is often used for both singular and plural nouns.

• No, 'these' cannot be used to refer to singular nouns.