A pronoun antecedent is the noun or pronoun that a pronoun replaces. Here are some example sentences:
- Jack made the cake. He likes to bake. (the noun 'Jack' is the antecedent of the pronoun 'he')
- What is the time? It's four o'clock. (the noun 'time' is the antecedent of the pronoun 'it')
- I made the dress myself. (the pronoun 'I' is the antecedent of the pronoun 'myself')
- When the twins dress alike, I can't tell themapart. (the noun 'twins' is the antecedent of the pronoun 'them')
- If you and I work together, we can finish on time. (the pronouns 'you and I' are the antecedents of the pronoun 'we')
- Mom likes fresh flowers. These are her favorite. (the noun 'mom' is the antecedent of the pronoun 'her')
- Mom likes fresh flowers. These are her favorite. (the noun 'flowers' is the antecedent of the pronoun 'these')
- Dad got up at six and made himself some breakfast. (the noun 'dad' is the antecedent of the pronoun 'himself')
- When ducks are migrating, they will stop to rest on the pond. (the noun 'ducks' is the antecedent of the pronoun 'they')
- The teacher who assigned the work should answer your questions. (the noun 'teacher' is the antecedent of the pronoun 'who')
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