EXERCISE G3–1 Pronoun–antecedent agreement

EXERCISE G3-1Pronoun-antecedent agreement

Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below.

Click Submit after each question to see feedback and to record your answer. After you have finished every question, your answers will be submitted to your instructor’s gradebook. You may review your answers by returning to the exercise at any time. (An exercise reports to the gradebook only if your instructor has assigned it.)

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Every presidential candidate must appeal to a wide variety of ethnic and social groups if they want to win the election.

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Suggested revision: Every presidential candidate must appeal to a wide variety of ethnic and social groups to win the election.
EXERCISE G3-1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement Pronoun-antecedent agreement - Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below. Click Submit after each question to see feedback and to record your answer. After you have finished every question, your answers will be submitted to your instructor’s gradebook. You may review your answers by returning to the exercise at any time. (An exercise reports to the gradebook only if your instructor has assigned it.) - Every presidential candidate must appeal to a wide variety of ethnic and social groups if they want to win the election.

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David lent his motorcycle to someone who allowed their friend to use it.

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Suggested revision: David lent his motorcycle to someone who allowed a friend to use it.
EXERCISE G3-1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement Pronoun-antecedent agreement - Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below. Click Submit after each question to see feedback and to record your answer. After you have finished every question, your answers will be submitted to your instructor’s gradebook. You may review your answers by returning to the exercise at any time. (An exercise reports to the gradebook only if your instructor has assigned it.) - David lent his motorcycle to someone who allowed their friend to use it.

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The aerobics teacher motioned for everyone to move their arms in wide, slow circles.

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Suggested revision: The aerobics teacher motioned for all the students to move their arms in wide, slow circles.
EXERCISE G3-1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement Pronoun-antecedent agreement - Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below. Click Submit after each question to see feedback and to record your answer. After you have finished every question, your answers will be submitted to your instructor’s gradebook. You may review your answers by returning to the exercise at any time. (An exercise reports to the gradebook only if your instructor has assigned it.) - The aerobics teacher motioned for everyone to move their arms in wide, slow circles.

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The parade committee was unanimous in its decision to allow all groups and organizations to join the festivities.

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Suggested revision: Correct
EXERCISE G3-1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement Pronoun-antecedent agreement - Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below. Click Submit after each question to see feedback and to record your answer. After you have finished every question, your answers will be submitted to your instructor’s gradebook. You may review your answers by returning to the exercise at any time. (An exercise reports to the gradebook only if your instructor has assigned it.) - The parade committee was unanimous in its decision to allow all groups and organizations to join the festivities.

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The applicant should be bilingual if they want to qualify for this position.

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Suggested revision: Applicants should be bilingual if they want to qualify for this position.
EXERCISE G3-1 Pronoun-antecedent agreement Pronoun-antecedent agreement - Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with pronoun-antecedent agreement. Most of the sentences can be revised in more than one way, so experiment before choosing a solution. If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. Type your answers in the boxes below. Click Submit after each question to see feedback and to record your answer. After you have finished every question, your answers will be submitted to your instructor’s gradebook. You may review your answers by returning to the exercise at any time. (An exercise reports to the gradebook only if your instructor has assigned it.) - The applicant should be bilingual if they want to qualify for this position.