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Reflexive Pronouns Practice Quiz

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Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: Grade 5
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Which sentence demonstrates correct use of a reflexive pronoun?
I did it me.
I did myself it.
I did it by I.
I did it myself.
The sentence 'I did it myself' correctly uses the reflexive pronoun 'myself' to refer back to the subject 'I'. This clearly indicates that the subject performed the action independently.
Select the sentence that uses the reflexive pronoun correctly.
She looked herself at the mirror.
She seen herself in the mirror.
She looked at her in the mirror.
She looked at herself in the mirror.
The correct sentence is 'She looked at herself in the mirror' because 'herself' properly refers back to the subject. The other options either do not use a reflexive pronoun or misplace it in the sentence.
Which sentence correctly uses a reflexive pronoun to emphasize the subject?
They built the house self.
They built themselves the house.
They built the house themselves.
They built the house themself.
The sentence 'They built the house themselves' correctly employs the reflexive pronoun 'themselves' to emphasize that the subjects completed the action on their own. It matches the plural subject appropriately.
Identify the sentence that contains a correctly used reflexive pronoun.
We enjoyed us at the party.
We enjoyed ourselves at the party.
We enjoyed ours.
We enjoyed ourself.
The sentence 'We enjoyed ourselves at the party' is correct because 'ourselves' is the proper reflexive pronoun for the subject 'we'. This ensures that the action reflects back onto the doers appropriately.
Which sentence focuses on the subject doing something without assistance using a reflexive pronoun?
He cooked dinner his self.
He cooked dinner him.
He cooked himself dinner.
He cooked dinner himself.
The sentence 'He cooked dinner himself' correctly indicates that the subject completed the action on his own using the proper reflexive form 'himself'. The other options either misuse the pronoun or split it incorrectly.
In which sentence is the reflexive pronoun used incorrectly?
She taught herself to play the piano.
He hurt hisself during the game.
You should do it yourself.
They treated themselves to a day at the spa.
The sentence 'He hurt hisself during the game' incorrectly uses 'hisself' instead of the standard form 'himself'. Correct formation is crucial for proper reflexive pronoun usage.
Choose the sentence that correctly employs a reflexive pronoun for emphasis.
I completed the project by me.
I did myself the project.
I completed the project myself.
I completed the project my self.
The sentence 'I completed the project myself' uses the reflexive pronoun correctly to emphasize that the subject performed the task alone. The other options either display incorrect spacing or misuse the pronoun entirely.
Which sentence uses reflexive pronouns correctly in a compound subject?
My friends and I enjoyed ourselves at the concert.
My friends and I enjoyed themselves at the concert.
My friends and I enjoyed ourself at the concert.
My friends and I enjoyed themself at the concert.
When the subject is compound, as in 'My friends and I', the correct reflexive pronoun is 'ourselves'. This sentence does so correctly, while the other options do not match the plural subject.
Which sentence correctly employs a reflexive pronoun in a complex sentence?
When I realized my mistake, I blamed me.
When I realized my mistake, I blamed himself.
When I realized my mistake, I blamed itself.
When I realized my mistake, I blamed myself.
The sentence 'When I realized my mistake, I blamed myself' correctly employs 'myself' to refer back to the subject 'I'. The other formulations use pronouns that do not appropriately match the subject.
Select the sentence in which the reflexive pronoun is used to add emphasis.
I baked the entire cake by me.
I baked the entire cake myself.
I baked the entire cake one self.
I baked the entire cake my self.
The sentence 'I baked the entire cake myself' uses the reflexive pronoun correctly to emphasize that the subject completed the task without help. Incorrect formats in the other options fail to convey the same meaning.
Which sentence shows an error in using reflexive pronouns with a compound subject?
John repaired the car himself and I watched.
I fixed a bike for myself.
John and I repaired the car ourselves.
John and I repaired the car himself.
The sentence 'John and I repaired the car himself' incorrectly uses 'himself' with a compound subject. The correct reflexive pronoun for 'John and I' should be 'ourselves', highlighting the error.
Choose the sentence where the reflexive pronoun is misused in terms of number agreement.
The team congratulated themselves after the win.
The coach congratulated himself after the win.
The team congratulated itself after the win.
The players congratulated themselves after the win.
The sentence 'The team congratulated themselves after the win' misuses the reflexive pronoun by applying a plural form to a singular collective noun. The proper form should be 'itself' to agree in number with 'team'.
In which sentence is the positional placement of the reflexive pronoun acceptable?
I cut myself while chopping vegetables.
I cut while chopping vegetables myself.
Cut I myself while chopping vegetables.
I cut while myself chopping vegetables.
The reflexive pronoun 'myself' is correctly placed immediately after the subject and before the verb in 'I cut myself while chopping vegetables.' This clear placement ensures that the action is directly linked to the subject.
Select the sentence that correctly uses a reflexive pronoun in a sentence with an infinitive.
She taught herself to play the guitar.
She taught herself play the guitar.
She taught her to play the guitar.
She taught herself playing the guitar.
The sentence 'She taught herself to play the guitar' correctly employs the reflexive pronoun 'herself' to indicate that the subject is performing and receiving the action. The structure clearly supports the connection between the subject and the infinitive phrase.
Which sentence appropriately uses a reflexive pronoun with a series of actions?
They prepared themself, set the table, and enjoyed dinner together.
They prepared themselves, set the table, and enjoyed dinner together.
They prepared each other, set the table, and enjoyed dinner together.
They prepared theirself, set the table, and enjoyed dinner together.
Option A correctly uses 'themselves' to reflect the plural subject, indicating that they independently carried out each action. The other options either use an incorrect reflexive form or replace it with a reciprocal pronoun, which does not fit the context.
Which sentence uses a reflexive pronoun correctly in a sentence with a modifying phrase?
The teacher, proud of herself, reviewed itself.
The teacher, proud of her, reviewed the project.
The teacher, proud of herself, reviewed the project.
The teacher, proud of herself, reviewed her.
The sentence 'The teacher, proud of herself, reviewed the project' correctly employs the reflexive pronoun 'herself' to refer back to the subject within a modifying phrase. The other options either omit the reflexive element or misdirect the reference.
Identify the sentence that demonstrates correct usage of a reflexive pronoun in an idiomatic expression.
She cooked the meal all by her.
She cooked the meal all by itself.
She cooked the meal all by self.
She cooked the meal all by herself.
The idiomatic expression 'all by herself' in Option A correctly uses the reflexive pronoun to emphasize that the subject performed the cooking alone. The other formulations do not use the appropriate reflexive form for a person.
Which sentence best shows the distinction between reflexive and intensive pronouns?
The chef himself prepared the meal, and he enjoyed himself during the cooking.
The chef himself prepared the meal.
The chef prepared the meal by himself.
The chef prepared the meal himself.
Option A demonstrates both an intensive use ('himself' to emphasize the chef) and a reflexive use ('himself' to show that he experienced the action), clearly distinguishing the two functions. The other options only display one form without highlighting the distinction.
Which sentence is most complex in structure yet correctly integrates a reflexive pronoun?
After reviewing the criticisms, the author revised the manuscript itself, believing that only she could perfect it.
After reviewing the criticisms, the author revised the manuscript her, believing that only she could perfect it.
After reviewing the criticisms, the author revised the manuscript him, believing that only she could perfect it.
After reviewing the criticisms, the author revised the manuscript herself, believing that only she could perfect it.
Option A integrates the reflexive pronoun 'herself' seamlessly within a complex sentence, clearly showing that the subject performed the action alone. The other choices either contain errors or inappropriately match the pronoun to the subject.
Select the sentence that correctly uses a reflexive pronoun in a passive construction.
The decision was made by the committee itself.
The decision was made by the committee themselves.
The decision was made by the committee it.
The decision was made by the committee self.
In this passive construction, 'itself' correctly refers back to the singular collective noun 'committee', ensuring that the reflexive pronoun matches in number. The other options misuse the pronoun or present it in an ungrammatical form.
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Study Outcomes

  1. Understand the correct formation and usage of reflexive pronouns.
  2. Identify and differentiate reflexive pronouns within sentence contexts.
  3. Apply reflexive pronouns accurately in sentence construction.
  4. Analyze sentence structures to determine appropriate pronoun usage.
  5. Evaluate and correct errors involving reflexive pronoun application.
  6. Demonstrate mastery of reflexive pronoun rules in written exercises.

Reflexive Pronouns Worksheet Cheat Sheet

  1. Same Subject and Object - Reflexive pronouns pop up when the "doer" and the "receiver" of an action are one and the same. Imagine saying, "She taught herself to juggle" - that's a reflexive pronoun in action! Purdue OWL: Reflexive Pronouns
  2. Meet the Reflexive Crew - There are eight reflexive pronouns you need to know: myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, and themselves. Think of them as your trusty sidekicks that reflect back the action! UVic Study Zone: Reflexive Pronouns
  3. Direct and Indirect Objects - Reflexive pronouns can play either a direct or indirect object role. For example, "He bought himself a new skateboard" shows both how cool and versatile they can be. Scribbr: Reflexive Pronouns
  4. Verb Pairings to Avoid - Not every verb loves a reflexive partner - verbs like "concentrate," "dress," "feel," "meet," "relax," "shave," and "wash" usually stand solo! Saying "She dressed herself" is fine, but "She felt herself" can sound odd. English Ninja: Reflexive Pronouns
  5. Reflexive vs. Intensive - While reflexive pronouns reflect the action, intensive pronouns just add swagger: "I myself aced the test." They look the same but serve different jobs - one reflects, the other emphasizes! Scribbr: Reflexive vs. Intensive
  6. After Prepositions - When a preposition's object is also the subject, reflexives step in: "She did it by herself" packs that solo-performance punch! Keep an eye out for phrases like "by myself" and "for ourselves." UVic Study Zone: Prepositional Use
  7. Using for Emphasis - You can slip reflexive pronouns in to spotlight a noun: "The president himself signed the bill." It's like shining a spotlight on the star of your sentence! Purdue OWL: Reflexives for Emphasis
  8. Common Missteps - Never replace standard pronouns with reflexives - "Please contact myself" is a big no. Stick with "me," "him," or "us" when they're the real object of your action! Scribbr: Reflexive Mistakes
  9. Swap with Reciprocals - For two-way actions, reflexives aren't your friend - use "each other" or "one another" for mutual hugs, high-fives, and more! "They helped one another" feels more natural than "They helped themselves." English Ninja: Reciprocal vs. Reflexive
  10. Practice Makes Perfect - Ready to level up? Dive into exercises and quizzes to identify and master reflexive pronouns. The more you play with them, the more natural they'll feel! Education.com: Reflexive Pronoun Practice
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