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Pronoun Case - Exercise 7

Directions: Choose the correct pronoun for each sentence below. Then, in the text box below each sentence, write the subjective function of the pronoun you chose. When you have completed the exercise, click on "Check My Answers" and check your answers with those on the answer key.

1. People are soothed by (   ) singing.



2. We don't enjoy (   ) constant sighing.



3. (   ) noticing the gun helped the police catch the thief.



4. Mr. Smith met (   ) coming around the corner.



5. He is annoyed by (   ) yelling.



6. We watched (   ) sneaking away.



7. People admire (   ) sewing ability.



8. I like to see (   ) playing the piano.



9. Jack considered (   ) losing to be the worst moment of his life.



10. (   ) leaving the country upset the president.




         

 

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