Pronouns Test Quiz With Answers

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    What would the correct pronoun be: "My name is Sonia. ___ love my family."?

    • He
    • I
    • She
    • We
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Are you confident in your knowledge of pronouns? This pronoun quiz will test your understanding of different types of pronouns, including personal, possessive, demonstrative, and relative pronouns. No matter if you’re a student brushing up on grammar or someone who loves linguistic challenges, this quiz will help you assess and improve your pronoun skills.

Learn more about this quiz on pronouns and see how well you can identify and use them correctly in sentences. Each question of this pronoun test is designed to challenge your grasp of grammar rules while keeping it fun and engaging. Plus, detailed explanations for each answer will help you understand the logic behind them. Let’s see if you can ace it!

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  • 2. 

    What would the correct pronoun be: "On the left, you can see Simon. ___ is my brother."?

    • That

    • He

    • It

    • Him

    Correct Answer
    A. He
    Explanation
    The pronoun "He" is the correct choice to replace the proper noun "Simon" in the sentence. "He" is a subject pronoun, and in this case, it is the subject of the verb "is." The other options are incorrect because they are either object pronouns ("him"), demonstrative pronouns ("that"), or pronouns used for inanimate objects ("it").

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  • 3. 

    What would the correct pronoun be: "I met Sonia yesterday. ___ made me laugh."?

    • It

    • Her

    • She

    • Them

    Correct Answer
    A. She
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "She." In this sentence, "She" refers directly to Sonia, a previously introduced female subject. The use of "She" as a subject pronoun is appropriate here because it maintains the subject's continuity and clearly attributes the action of making someone laugh specifically to Sonia.

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  • 4. 

    What would the correct pronoun be: "_______ are not my keys."?

    • We

    • She

    • He

    • These

    Correct Answer
    A. These
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "These." "These" is a demonstrative pronoun used for indicating specific objects close to the speaker or within sight. In this context, it is used to clarify that the keys being discussed (and are near or visible at the moment) do not belong to the speaker.

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  • 5. 

    Which sentence correctly uses a possessive pronoun?

    • The red notebook is my.

    • The red notebook is mine. 

    • The red notebook is me.

    • The red notebook is I.

    Correct Answer
    A. The red notebook is mine. 
    Explanation
    Possessive pronouns (mine, yours, his, hers, ours, theirs) show ownership. "The red notebook is mine" is correct because "mine" functions as a standalone possessive pronoun. "My" is an adjective that requires a noun (e.g., "my notebook"), while "me" and "I" are subject/object pronouns that do not indicate possession.

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  • 6. 

    What would the correct pronoun be: "My grandparents live in Mumbai. ___ visit us often."?

    • Them

    • They

    • Their

    • He

    Correct Answer
    A. They
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "They." This plural subject pronoun refers back to "grandparents," also a plural noun. The use of "They" is grammatically necessary to denote that the subject performing the action of visiting is the grandparents. It highlights the frequent nature of their visits, emphasizing regular interaction.

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  • 7. 

    ________ has always trusted her boyfriend.

    • I

    • We

    • She

    • He

    Correct Answer
    A. She
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "She." This pronoun is needed to indicate that the subject of the sentence is female, aligning with the possessive pronoun "her" used later. "She" refers to a woman who consistently shows trust towards her partner, emphasizing a stable and enduring relationship.

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  • 8. 

    John is my friend. I gave ___ my books.

    • Him

    • It

    • They

    • His

    Correct Answer
    A. Him
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Him." This pronoun is an object pronoun referring to John, the male subject previously mentioned. It correctly identifies the recipient of the books in the transaction described, clarifying that the books were handed over to John.

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  • 9. 

    What would the correct pronoun be: "Why have you not sent the report? ___ was your responsibility."?

    • It

    • Those

    • Its

    • Them

    Correct Answer
    A. It
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "It." "It" refers to the report, a non-living object, and is used to highlight the subject of responsibility. The pronoun "It" in this context emphasizes the report's role in the discussion, questioning why the expected action (sending the report) was not completed, given that it was the person's responsibility.

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  • 10. 

    What would the correct pronoun be: "_________ need to work harder to make my dreams come true."?

    • She

    • I

    • They

    • These

    Correct Answer
    A. I
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "I." As a first-person singular pronoun, "I" is used when the speaker refers to themselves. This sentence reflects self-motivation and personal accountability, indicating that the speaker acknowledges the need for increased effort to achieve their aspirations.

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  • 11. 

    What would the correct pronoun be: "Rohan said that _____ would not come tomorrow because he has soccer practice."?

    • I

    • Us

    • He

    • Him

    Correct Answer
    A. He
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "He." The use of "He" here refers to another male subject, likely discussed in a previous part of the conversation. This pronoun is crucial for maintaining the continuity of the subject through the sentence, linking the action (not coming) and reason (soccer practice) directly to the same person.

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  • 12. 

    Which sentence correctly uses a reflexive pronoun?

    • She bought he a new book.

    • She bought her a new book.

    • She bought she a new book.

    • She bought herself a new book.

    Correct Answer
    A. She bought herself a new book.
    Explanation
    Reflexive pronouns like "herself," "myself," and "yourself" refer back to the subject of the sentence. In "She bought herself a new book," the subject "she" and the reflexive pronoun "herself" refer to the same person, making it the correct choice. The other sentences are incorrect because they either omit the reflexive pronoun or use the wrong case.

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  • 13. 

    What would the correct pronoun be: "Birds flap ___ wings."?

    • It

    • His

    • Their

    • Them

    Correct Answer
    A. Their
    Explanation
    The correct pronoun is "their" because it is the possessive pronoun that agrees with the plural noun "birds." Birds collectively own their wings, so "their" shows the correct ownership. The other options are incorrect because "its" is singular and possessive, "his" is singular, masculine, and possessive, and "them" is a plural objective pronoun, not possessive.

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  • 14. 

    If ______ had some more money, his girlfriend would have gotten the new phone she wanted.

    • We

    • You

    • She

    • He

    Correct Answer
    A. He
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "He." This sentence implies a hypothetical scenario about a male subject referred to with the possessive "his." The pronoun "He" is required to maintain subject consistency within the sentence, linking the financial capability directly to the male subject and the consequences for his girlfriend.

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  • 15. 

    Identify the sentence that uses an indefinite pronoun correctly.

    • Everyone are welcome to join the meeting.

    • Everyones is welcome to join the meeting.

    • Everyone is welcome to join the meeting. ✅ 

    • Everyone be welcome to join the meeting.

    Correct Answer
    A. Everyone is welcome to join the meeting. ✅ 
    Explanation
    Indefinite pronouns, like "everyone," refer to non-specific people or things. "Everyone is welcome to join the meeting" is correct because "everyone" is singular and should be followed by "is." The other choices contain grammatical errors: "everyones" is incorrect because "everyone" is already singular, "everyone are" misuses the plural verb "are," and "everyone be" is ungrammatical.

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  • 16. 

    Choose the correct sentence using a relative pronoun.

    • The student who won the award is my cousin. 

    • The student whom won the award is my cousin.

    • The student which won the award is my cousin.

    • The student that he won the award is my cousin.

    Correct Answer
    A. The student who won the award is my cousin. 
    Explanation
    Relative pronouns (who, whom, whose, which, that) introduce dependent clauses. "Who" is used when referring to a subject, making "The student who won the award is my cousin" the correct choice. "Whom" is incorrect here because it functions as an object, "which" is not used for people, and "that he" is grammatically incorrect in this context.

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  • 17. 

    She is a good painter. This painting is __.

    • Her

    • Hers

    • His

    • Their

    Correct Answer
    A. Hers
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Hers." This possessive pronoun denotes ownership, linking the painting discussed to the female artist mentioned at the beginning of the sentence. It emphasizes that the artwork belongs uniquely to her, underscoring her talent and ownership.

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  • 18. 

    Which sentence correctly uses a demonstrative pronoun?

    • This book is I was looking for. 

    • That is the book I was looking for. 

    • These is the book I was looking for.

    • Those book is I was looking for.

    Correct Answer
    A. That is the book I was looking for. 
    Explanation
    Demonstrative pronouns like "this," "that," "these," and "those" indicate specific nouns. "That is the book I was looking for" is correct because "that" refers to a singular object. The other sentences are incorrect due to misused demonstrative pronouns or improper sentence structure.

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  • 19. 

    What would the correct pronoun be: "Look outside. ___ is my car parked over there! The gray one."?

    • This

    • That

    • Those

    • Their

    Correct Answer
    A. That
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "That." "That" is a demonstrative pronoun used here to specify a particular object (the car) among others, possibly at a slight distance. It helps the speaker point out and identify their car to someone else, distinguishing it from other potential objects in view.

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  • 20. 

    Our friend, ___ we invited to the party, arrived early.

    • Whose

    • The

    • Whom

    • Them

    Correct Answer
    A. Whom
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Whom." This pronoun is used because it serves as the object of the verb "invited." "Whom" is the correct form to use when the pronoun is the object of a verb or preposition in formal English, correctly linking the friend's early arrival to their being invited to the party.

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Juliette is a middle school English teacher at Sacred Heart of Greenwich, Connecticut. Juliette earned a BA in English/Language Arts Teacher Education from Elon University and an MA in Teaching Writing from Johns Hopkins University. She holds a Classroom Teacher license from the Connecticut State Department of Education. Juliette possesses strong skills in English language arts, writing, editing, and literature study. She has a deep passion for working with young people and contributing to the education of America's youth in the classroom.

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