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Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement


Pronouns are a clear case of tit for tat. And this substitution is a good thing. Pronouns keep us from having to use the same word over and over. But there is a catch: You must ensure that each pronoun is an exact replica of the noun it  replaces, or else . . . .

This video covers the definition and need for pronoun-antecedent agreement, several of the most common problems, and revision strategies for each.

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