Understanding Relative Pronouns
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What is the correct usage of 'who' and 'that'?

  • 'Who' is used for inanimate objects and 'That' for living things.
  • 'Who' is used for living things and 'That' for inanimate objects. (correct)
  • 'Who' and 'That' are always used together.
  • 'Who' and 'That' can be used interchangeably.

    • When should a comma be used with relative pronouns?

  • A comma is used for essential clauses but not for non-essential clauses. (correct)
  • A comma is used for non-essential clauses but not for essential clauses.
  • A comma should never be used with relative pronouns.
  • A comma should always be used with relative pronouns.

    • Which style guide provides guidelines on when to use 'which' and 'that'?

  • The Associated Press Stylebook
  • The Chicago Manual of Style
  • Strunk & White's The Elements of Style (correct)
  • The MLA Handbook

    • In which type of clause is a comma not used to separate the relative clause from the rest of the sentence?

    <p>Essential clause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between 'which' and 'that' when beginning a clause?

    <p>'Which' begins a non-essential clause, while 'that' begins an essential clause.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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