Relative Pronouns

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What is a relative pronoun?

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A relative pronoun is a word that introduces a relative clause and connects it to a noun or pronoun. Examples include 'who', 'whom', 'which', and 'that'.

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When do we use 'who'?

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We use 'who' to refer to the subject of a relative clause, typically when talking about people.

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When do we use 'whom'?

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We use 'whom' to refer to the object of a relative clause, typically when talking about people.

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When do we use 'which'?

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We use 'which' to refer to animals or things in a relative clause.

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What is the difference between 'who' and 'whom'?

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'Who' is used as a subject, while 'whom' is used as an object in a sentence.

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Can 'that' be used as a relative pronoun?

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Yes, 'that' can be used as a relative pronoun for both people and things, often in defining clauses.

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What is a relative clause?

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A relative clause is a dependent clause that modifies a noun or pronoun and usually begins with a relative pronoun.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'who'.

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The teacher who loves science is very popular.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'whom'.

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The student whom I helped passed the exam.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'which'.

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The book which I borrowed was fascinating.