Use either who or whom to complete each sentence. Then tell how that pronoun functions in the dependent clause. 1. Herbal medicine is popular with people _______ live in the West.... Use either who or whom to complete each sentence. Then tell how that pronoun functions in the dependent clause. 1. Herbal medicine is popular with people _______ live in the West. 2. Usually herbal treatments are specially selected for the patient to _______ they are prescribed. 3. Typically patients give detailed case histories to practitioners _______ specialize in herbal medicine. 4. Many of the people _______ practice herbal medicine follow ancient Chinese traditions. 5. A naturopathic doctor is someone _______ you might consult about herbal remedies.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to use either "who" or "whom" to complete each sentence. Then, explain the function of the pronoun in the dependent clause. This is a grammar exercise focusing on relative pronouns and their use in constructing complex sentences.
Answer
1. who, subject, 2. whom, indirect object, 3. who, subject, 4. who, subject, 5. whom, direct object.
- who; subject
- whom; indirect object
- who; subject
- who; subject
- whom; direct object
Answer for screen readers
- who; subject
- whom; indirect object
- who; subject
- who; subject
- whom; direct object
More Information
Who is generally used when referring to the subject of a clause, while whom is used when referring to the object.
Tips
A common mistake is using 'who' when 'whom' is required. To avoid this, rephrase the clause as a question and see if 'him/her' or 'he/she' answers it. If 'him/her' answers, use 'whom'.
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