Expertlatin
- What is pronoun ambiguity?
- Can reflexive pronouns be removed?
- What is the correct use of reflexive pronouns?
- What is an example of ambiguous antecedent?
What is pronoun ambiguity?
An ambiguous pronoun occurs when a sentence contains two possible antecedents, leaving the reader or listener unaware of which the pronoun is referring to, also known as a faulty pronoun reference. As a way to avoid ambiguity, it is best to place the pronoun close to its antecedent.
Can reflexive pronouns be removed?
Can a reflexive pronoun be removed from a sentence and the sentence still make sense? Correct Explanation: That's right! A reflexive pronoun is essential to understanding the sentence and therefore cannot be removed.
What is the correct use of reflexive pronouns?
In English, these are the pronouns that end with “self” or “selves”: e.g., “himself,” “myself,” “ourselves,” etc. The following can be considered a rule with regards to reflexive pronouns: If the object and the subject of a verb are the same, use a reflexive pronoun for the object. Otherwise, do not use one.
What is an example of ambiguous antecedent?
#1: Even though she was excited about the trip, Ellen dreaded going through security. #2: Even though Ellen was excited about the trip, she dreaded going through security. In the first sentence, the pronoun comes before its antecedent. This can sometimes cause confusion.
