Pronoun case (such as I vs. me) 3

Click on the correct pronoun in the parentheses.

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Our new neighbor was puzzled by the dedication of (we / us) joggers.

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Because Jim looked so young, the panel was shocked to learn that the undercover agent was (he / him).

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Sue’s husband was ten years older than (she / her).

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Everyone laughed whenever Sandra described how her brother and (she / her) had seen the Loch Ness monster and fed it sandwiches.

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We appreciate (you / your) bringing this problem to our attention.

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The members of the neighborhood association were happy to meet Harold and (I / me), but they weren’t so happy to hear of our plans to build a two-story henhouse on our lot.

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Despite our frequent arguments about politics, Roberto, Paul, and (I / myself) are the best of friends.

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Sherlock Holmes wondered if it would be possible for (he / him) and Watson to search the mansion.

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In Canada, Joanne picked up several bottles of maple syrup for her sister and (I / me).

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Both candidates for the job, Roberto and (I / me), are equally qualified.

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