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What is the function of demonstrative pronouns and provide some examples of them?
What is the function of demonstrative pronouns and provide some examples of them?
Demonstrative pronouns are used to indicate the location or distance of an object or person in relation to the speaker. Examples of demonstrative pronouns are 'this,' 'that,' 'these' and 'those'.
Can you explain the difference between 'this' and 'that' as demonstrative pronouns?
Can you explain the difference between 'this' and 'that' as demonstrative pronouns?
'This' is used to indicate an object or person that is close to the speaker, while 'that' is used to indicate an object or person that is farther away from the speaker.
Is the function of demonstrative pronouns solely to indicate the location or distance of an object or person in relation to the speaker?
Is the function of demonstrative pronouns solely to indicate the location or distance of an object or person in relation to the speaker?
False (B)
Are 'this' and 'these' interchangeable as demonstrative pronouns?
Are 'this' and 'these' interchangeable as demonstrative pronouns?
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Demonstrative Pronouns
Demonstrative Pronouns
Pronouns indicating the position/distance of something relative to the speaker.
'This' vs. 'That'
'This' vs. 'That'
'This' indicates something nearby; 'that' indicates something farther.
Beyond Location
Beyond Location
Demonstrative pronouns also emphasize or identify specific items.
'This' vs. 'These'
'This' vs. 'These'
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