Grammar 8.2
Vague Pronoun References
Directions: Revise each sentence to correct the unclear pronoun reference. You may need to rearrange the words in the
sentence, add words, or make another type of revision.
Example: The rain had stopped by morning, which was a relief.
We were relieved when the rain stopped in the morning.
1.
I like hockey, but I’ve never been to one.
2.
Dentists should listen to what you say.
3.
In the article it includes details about the Egyptian pyramids.
4.
I dropped the cup, and it splashed all over the floor.
5.
Pat made a shot at the last second. That made the fans go wild.
6.
Grace visits her neighbor when she gets home from work.
7.
Before introducing the speaker, the principal mentioned his latest book.
8.
Dr. Sanchez works long hours and has many responsibilities, but she says it doesn’t bother her.
9.
On the time line they show when the borders were changed.
10. Ever since Joan started practicing with Luisa, her tennis skills have been improving.
11. Hank has been eating more vegetables and getting more exercise, and he feels much better because of this.
12. The citizens waved at the mayor and his family as they passed by.
13. After looking through the Indian cookbook, I made one.
14. In the encyclopedia it has a picture of a koala bear.
15. At McDonald Observatory, they have four research telescopes.
16. The math test is tomorrow, which is why they will be studying tonight.
17. Becky called Maria when she got home from the library.
18. Lola enjoys her mountain bike and says it is her favorite pastime.
19. In this film they show the challenges of frontier living.
20. On the radio it said that afternoon thunderstorms were likely.
21. Most people prefer loyal friends, but some people think it is not important.
22. Do not leave the bag open. It will cause the rolls to dry out.
23. On that station they are showing a film about Alaska.
24. Mike gave Pedro a copy of the diagram he had made.
25. Serena had worked hard, and that is why she succeeded.