Understanding Pronouns for Grade 3
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At the end of this chapter, students will be able to:
identify and use pronouns correctly.
distinguish between subject and object pronouns.
Choose the most suitable option for the highlighted words in the sentences given
below. One has been done for you.
1. The Sun is shining. It (He/It) looks very bright.
2. Sita is a girl. ____________ (He/She) is beautiful.
3. Bhaskar is a boy. ____________ (He/She) is innocent.
4. My dog is hungry. Let me feed ____________ (it/him).
5. Mohan is injured. We should help ____________ (him/her).
6. My parents are coming. ____________ (We/they) will be here soon.
7. Gopi is my good friend. ____________ (We/He) play together.
8. Sahil is a student. ____________ (He/They) plays guitar well.
Look at the picture and read the following sentences:
1. Sanchay is a boy.
2. He has a chocolate.
3. He is giving the chocolate to Sandhya.
4. She is a girl.
5. They are in the same class.
In the above sentences, the highlighted words are used in place of the nouns, Sanchay/
Sandhya. Such words (he, she, they) are called pronouns.
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The words that are used in place of a noun are called pronouns.
I, me, we, us, you, he, she, it, him, his, her, they and them are some of the
most commonly used pronouns.
A. Fill in the blanks with pronouns in the place of the highlighted nouns. One has
been done for you.
1. Rashi has a brother. She loves him.
2. My father is a music teacher. ____________ teaches in our school.
3. I have bought a sweater. ____________ is made of wool.
4. Once upon a time, there was a king. ____________ was brave.
5. Ram has called all his friends. It is ____________ birthday.
6. Usha went to the market. ____________ bought a storybook.
7. A cat and a dog live in our house. ____________ are our pets.
8. Shyam is riding his bike. He loves riding ____________.
Types of Pronouns
Pronouns are of different types. Let us read about them.
Read the following sentences:
1. Raghav and Madhav are happy. They are going home.
2. A camel is a useful animal. It is called the ship of the desert.
3. Mr Taneja is a teacher. He teaches us English.
4. Sunita loves cricket. She plays cricket every day.
In the above sentences, the highlighted words (the pronouns) are used to show who or
what does the action. Such words are called subject pronouns.
The pronouns that are the subject of a sentence are called subject pronouns.
They are typically used at the beginning of sentences. The most commonly
used subject pronouns are I, we, you, he, she, it and they.
Now, read the following sentences:
1. Kajol wants the pillow. Give it to her.
2. Our teachers are quite friendly. They play with us.
3. My sister is my guardian. She always corrects me.
4. Mohan and Sohan have passed the examination. My mother congratulated them.
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In the above sentences, the highlighted words (the pronouns) are used to show who
receives the action of the subject. Such words are called object pronouns.
The pronouns that receive an action of the subject are called object pronouns.
They are commonly used after the verb of the sentence. The most commonly
used object pronouns are me, us, you, him, her, it and them.
B. Fill in the blanks with the most suitable pronoun from the brackets.
1. Wahida won the prize. ____________ (Her/She) performance was superb.
2. We do not agree with them. ____________ (Them/They) are guilty.
3. Meera dances well. ____________ (He/She) plays the flute too.
4. Your luggage is heavy. Let me help ____________ (you/she).
5. Bamboos are long and thin. One cannot climb on ____________ (it/them).
6. These beggars are hungry. We should give ____________ (him/them) lunch.
7. I like Mathematics. ____________ (It/They) is an interesting subject.
8. Mr Reddy is throwing a party. He has invited ____________ (we/us).
C. Fill in the blanks with suitable pronouns to complete the following sentences.
1. It was my mother’s birthday. I wished ____________ a happy birthday.
2. Sangita has a dog. ____________ barks all night.
3. Rohit is a good cricketer. ____________ is the captain of our school team.
4. Mrs Shweta is Patel’s neighbour. I know both of ____________.
5. Zaffar and Iqbal said, “____________ are very glad”.
6. Her name is Radha. ____________ has the coat.
7. I am having trouble. Please help ____________.
8. ____________ is an innocent person.
D. Read the following sentences and underline the pronouns. Write SP for subject
pronouns and OP for object pronouns. One has been done for you.
1. Chetan will meet us today. OP______
2. They were surprised by Mohit’s shot. ____________
3. Tom told them a funny story. ____________
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4. The plants were watered by him. ____________
5. It is an interesting book. ____________
6. The stories in it are amazing. ____________
7. We took a taxi to reach home on time. ____________
8. He went to the cinema with Pranav. ____________
9. This fine dress is for you. ____________
10. The kind mother kissed her children. ____________
NCF C-3.4
Productivity & Accountability
Work in pairs for this activity.
Write your partner’s name at the top of a page. Now, write ten sentences about your
partner. Form five sentences using subject pronouns and five sentences using object
pronouns. No pronoun should be used twice.
Exchange notebooks with your partner and discuss the use of subject and object pronouns.
Help your partner if they are stuck. Make sure that you and your partner both write 10
sentences using pronouns correctly. Be kind when giving feedbacks.
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2. ______________________________________________________________
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4. ______________________________________________________________
5. ______________________________________________________________
6. ______________________________________________________________
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8. ______________________________________________________________
9. ______________________________________________________________
10. ______________________________________________________________
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Common questions
Powered by AICorrect usage of subject and object pronouns is crucial to maintain grammatical accuracy and ensure the intended meaning of sentences is conveyed. Misusing these pronouns can lead to confusion about who is performing or receiving the action in a sentence . Ensuring their correct use also reflects a higher level of proficiency in writing .
Pronouns enhance sentence clarity and structure by replacing nouns, thereby avoiding repetition and making sentences easier to read and understand. For instance, using 'he' and 'she' in place of specific names streamlines the narrative flow . Pronouns like 'it' and 'they' also maintain subject-verb agreement while enhancing sentence variety .
Subject pronouns are pronouns that perform the action in a sentence, typically appearing at the beginning of sentences. Examples include I, we, you, he, she, it, and they . Object pronouns, on the other hand, receive the action of the verb in a sentence and are often found after the verb. Examples include me, us, you, him, her, it, them .
Educators can use fill-in-the-blank exercises to practice pronoun substitution, encouraging students to replace highlighted nouns with appropriate pronouns . Pair or group activities where students write sentences using a mix of subject and object pronouns can foster peer learning and reinforce understanding. Discussing incorrect uses and providing explanations during feedback can also enhance learning outcomes .
Pronouns serve several linguistic functions, including acting as subject, object, and possessive markers, which help structure sentences by indicating action performers or recipients. This influences sentence structure by ensuring grammatical coherence and fluidity. For instance, subject pronouns like 'he' and 'she' define who performs the action, whereas object pronouns like 'him' and 'her' receive the action, promoting efficient communication and sentence economy .
Incorrect use of pronouns can lead to ambiguity and misunderstanding in communication. For example, using 'them' instead of 'us' can change who is intended to receive information or action, leading to confusion over the message or instruction given . Consistency and clarity in pronoun usage are essential for effective communication.
Subject pronouns typically appear at the beginning of sentences because they denote who or what is performing the action, thus establishing the sentence's subject early on. This placement aids in clarifying sentence structure and purpose from the onset, making it easier for readers to understand the sentence's main action or theme .
Interactive exercises like peer-writing activities and sentence crafting can deepen understanding of pronoun usage by providing immediate feedback and real-world application context. Engaging students in collaborative tasks where they identify and substitute pronouns as demonstrated in fill-in-the-blank activities fosters peer explanation and reinforces correct usage, making learning more dynamic and memorable .
Pronouns play a central role in reducing redundancy by providing substitutes for nouns, thus avoiding repetitive expressions. In literature, pronouns allow for a smooth narrative flow by preventing the constant repetition of characters' names or objects, which can clutter text and detract from readability. For example, instead of repeatedly stating "Sanchay gave the chocolate to Sandhya," using "He gave it to her" simplifies the text and maintains engagement .
Pronouns maintain coherence in a text by linking sentences and ideas, thus maintaining a consistent narrative thread. For instance, in a set of sentences such as "Raghav and Madhav are happy. They are going home," 'they' coherently links the sentences by referring back to 'Raghav and Madhav' seamlessly . This prevents disjointedness and improves readability.
