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Which of the following is true about pronouns in English?

  • English pronouns do not have distinct forms for male, female, and neuter gender.
  • English pronouns have three persons and two numbers. (correct)
  • English pronouns only have one case, subject.
  • English pronouns can have a direct relationship with their referent.

What is the function of object pronouns in English?

  • They are used in subject position.
  • They have distinct forms for male, female, and neuter gender.
  • They are used to signify plurality.
  • They are used for the object of a verb or preposition. (correct)

Which type of pronouns cannot have a direct relationship to an antecedent?

  • Indefinite pronouns
  • Relative pronouns (correct)
  • Reflexive pronouns
  • Personal pronouns

What is the antecedent of the pronoun 'he' in the sentence 'That poor man looks as if he needs a new coat.'?

<p>The noun phrase 'That poor man' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a reflexive pronoun?

<p>Himself (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe pronouns that do not stand in for anything?

<p>Anaphors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe pronouns that substitute for a noun and are marked for a person?

<p>Pronouns (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to binding theory, which principle applies to reflexive and reciprocal pronouns in English?

<p>Principle A (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a pronoun?

<p>Subtypes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a pro-form?

<p>To express the same content as another word (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about pronouns in English?

<p>Pronouns can have different subtypes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle do d-pronouns in German linguistics follow?

<p>Principle C (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the antecedent of the pronoun 'her' in the sentence 'I met her at the station.'?

<p>Julia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of pronouns are used without antecedents in free relative clauses?

<p>Relative pronouns (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of subject pronouns in English?

<p>To be used in subject position (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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