Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement

📝 Quick Definition

Pronouns must agree with their antecedents in number and gender

📚 Detailed Explanation

A pronoun must agree with its antecedent (the word it refers to) in number (singular/plural) and gender. This ensures clarity and grammatical correctness.

💡 Example

CORRECT: Each student must bring his or her book. INCORRECT: Each student must bring their book.

⚠️ Common Mistake/Confusion

Watch for indefinite pronouns and collective nouns.

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📌 Notes/Source

Singular "they" is becoming more accepted in modern usage.