7th Grammar Unit 4.5 Indefinite Pronouns

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1. 7. We need to find one person to help us. _____

Explanation

The correct answer is "someone, somebody" because both words are used to refer to an unspecified person. They are used in situations where the identity of the person is not important or known. In this sentence, the speaker is looking for assistance from any person, without specifying who that person might be. Both "someone" and "somebody" can be used interchangeably in this context.

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7th Grammar Unit 4.5 Indefinite Pronouns - Quiz

Open your book on Unit 4.5 Indefinite Pronouns p. 133. Watch the video "7th Grammar 4.5 Indefinite Pronouns". Then do exercises 22 to 29 in the book. You... see morecan do the exercises in the book before or while you answer this quiz. Read both instructions in the book and in this quiz carefully. You will need audios for some of the exercises. The audios are included in the video that explains the topic so be sure to see it before answering everything else. see less

2. Exercise 29. Error Correction. Choose the correct sentence. Make sure you made the corrections in your book first.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "Where is everyone?" because the word "everyone" is singular and requires the singular form of the verb "is" instead of "were".

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3. 3. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct answer is "We didn't talk to anyone while we were in the city." This sentence is grammatically correct and conveys the intended meaning. The use of "anyone" in this context is appropriate because it refers to an indefinite person or people, which aligns with the situation of not talking to any specific individuals while in the city. On the other hand, the sentence "We didn't talk to someone while we were in the city" is incorrect because "someone" implies a specific person, which contradicts the intended meaning of not talking to anyone.

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4. 4.  _____ everything OK here?

Explanation

The given correct answer is "is" because it completes the sentence and forms a grammatically correct question. The question is asking if everything is okay, and "is" is the correct form of the verb "to be" for the subject "everything".

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5. 6. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "Everything went wrong." This sentence is grammatically correct as it uses the singular form of "everything" and the past tense of the verb "went." The incorrect sentence "Everythings went wrong" is grammatically incorrect as it uses the plural form of "everythings," which is not a valid word.

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6. 8. Yes, everyone _____ here.

Explanation

The correct answer is "is" because the subject "everyone" is singular, so it requires a singular verb form. In this case, the singular verb "is" agrees with the subject "everyone."

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7. 11. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "My brother brought everything with him. I didn't need to bring anything." This sentence is grammatically correct and conveys the intended meaning. It states that the speaker's brother brought all the necessary items, so the speaker didn't need to bring anything.

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8. 12. Did you write down all of the things? _____

Explanation

The correct answer for this question is "everything" because it is the word that completes the sentence and makes it grammatically correct. "Did you write down all of the things?" implies that the speaker is asking if the listener wrote down all of the items or objects that were mentioned or discussed. Therefore, "everything" is the appropriate word to fill in the blank as it encompasses all the things that were being referred to.

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9. 4. I think there's _____ on the floor.

Explanation

The correct answer is "something" because the speaker believes that there is a specific object or item on the floor, rather than just any random thing or nothing at all.

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10. 9. A: _____ is wrong with this bill.

Explanation

The word "something" is the correct answer because it is used to refer to an unspecified or unknown thing. In this context, it suggests that there is a specific issue or problem with the bill, but the speaker is unsure or unable to identify it.

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11. 7. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "Is there anything you need?" because "anything" is used to refer to an unspecified or unknown thing, while "any thing" would imply a specific thing. In this context, the speaker is asking if there is something in general that the listener needs, so "anything" is the appropriate word choice.

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12. 11. We Must Be Doing _____ Right

Explanation

The phrase "We must be doing something right" is commonly used when things are going well or when there is evidence of success. It implies that the speaker believes their actions or decisions have led to positive outcomes. Without the phrase "something," the sentence would be incomplete and lack meaning. Therefore, the correct answer is "something."

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13. 7.  _____ anybody here yet?

Explanation

The correct answer is "Is" because it is the correct form of the verb "to be" to use with the subject "anybody". In this question, the speaker is asking if there is anyone present, so the verb should agree with the singular subject "anybody".

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14. 9. _____ anyone ...

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15. 9. Do you know all of the people here?  _____

Explanation

The blank should be filled with "everyone" or "everybody" because these words are used to refer to all the people in a group or in a particular place. They are both correct in this context and can be used interchangeably.

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16. 11. Do you want a thing to drink?  _____

Explanation

The correct answer is "something" because the question is asking if the person wants a thing to drink. "Something" is a general term that can refer to any type of drink, allowing the person to choose what they want.

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17. 14. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "When the accident happened, there was nobody around." This sentence is grammatically correct and conveys the intended meaning. It states that there were no people present at the scene of the accident when it occurred. The use of "nobody" is appropriate to indicate the absence of individuals, while "no bodies" in the other option is incorrect as it refers to physical bodies rather than people.

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18. 15. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "I know everyone here and everyone knows me." The subject "everyone" is singular, so it requires the singular form of the verb "knows" to agree with it.

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19. 3. I moved all of the things in my room.  _____

Explanation

The correct answer is "everything" because it is the most suitable word to fill in the blank. The sentence states that the speaker moved all of the things in their room, indicating that they moved every single item. "Everything" is a pronoun that refers to all things or all the objects in a particular group or category, making it the appropriate choice in this context.

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20. 15.  _____'s Looking for the Same Thing

Explanation

The phrase "Everybody's Looking for the Same Thing" implies that everyone is searching for or seeking the same thing. The word "everybody" refers to all individuals, suggesting that regardless of their differences, they all have a common desire or goal.

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21. 4. A: What's the matter? Did you lose _____?

Explanation

The speaker is asking the person if they lost something, indicating that "something" is the missing item in question.

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22. 16.  _____ Is Different Now

Explanation

The phrase "Everything Is Different Now" implies that there has been a significant change in all aspects or elements. The word "Everything" in the blank completes the statement, indicating that all things have undergone a transformation.

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23. Exercise 26. Using the Correct Pronoun. Choose the correct pronoun to complete ... You will not have the complete conversation here so check your book as you answer. Example: 1. B: OK. I didn't do ______ special.  __X__ anything ____ nothing  2. No, there's _____ to play with.

Explanation

The correct answer is "no one" because it means that there is nobody to play with. "Anyone" is incorrect because it implies that there is someone to play with.

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24. 4. Money Changes  _____

Explanation

Money has the power to bring about significant changes in various aspects of life. It can influence people's behavior, choices, and priorities. With money, one can acquire material possessions, access better opportunities, and improve their standard of living. Money can also impact relationships, as it can create power dynamics and affect the dynamics within families and communities. Furthermore, money can shape societies, economies, and even political systems. Therefore, the word that completes the sentence is "Everything," as money has the potential to bring about changes in all aspects of life.

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25. 3. Nobody _____.

Explanation

The word "knows" is the correct answer because it completes the sentence "Nobody knows." The sentence is in the present tense and "knows" is the correct conjugation of the verb "to know" for the third person singular subject "Nobody".

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26. 5.

Explanation

The given sentence is already correct. It uses the correct verb form "weren't" to indicate the past tense and negative form of "to be". The phrase "there wasn't anything" is used to express the absence of any possible action or solution. The repetition of the sentence emphasizes the speaker's understanding of the situation.

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27. 9. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "Can I get you anything?" This is the correct form of the question because "get" is the correct verb to use with "I" as the subject. "Gets" is incorrect because it is the third person singular form of the verb, which is not appropriate in this sentence.

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28. Exercise 22. Understanding Indefinite Pronouns. In the book you have to rewrite these sentences replacing the bold words with an indefinite pronouns. Here, fill in the blank with the indefinite pronoun you used to  substitute the bold words. Example: 1. I thought I heard a person outside.  ___someone___   2. I like all of the people in my class. _____

Explanation

The correct answer for this question is "everyone, everybody" because these indefinite pronouns can be used to replace the bold words "all of the people".

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29. 10. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "I can't find anyone to help me." This sentence is grammatically correct because it uses the negative form "can't" with the word "find" and the word "anyone" to indicate that the speaker is unable to locate a person to assist them. The use of the double negative "can't find no one" in the other option is incorrect in standard English grammar.

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30. 13. He's Done More for Me Than _____

Explanation

This phrase suggests that someone has done a lot for the speaker, more than anyone else has. The blank is indicating that there is no specific person or group that has done more for the speaker than the person being referred to. The answer "Anyone" emphasizes that the speaker cannot think of anyone who has done more for them.

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31. 13. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "When my sister got here, she wouldn't talk to anyone." This sentence is grammatically correct because it uses the correct pronoun "anyone" instead of the double negative "no one." The use of "anyone" indicates that the sister refused to talk to any person, whereas "no one" would imply that she refused to talk to nobody, which is a double negative and incorrect in standard English grammar.

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32. 5. B: No, he doesn't want to do _____ this afternoon.

Explanation

In this question, the speaker is asked if someone wants to do something this afternoon. The response "No, he doesn't want to do anything this afternoon" indicates that the person does not have any specific plans or desires for the afternoon. The word "anything" is used to convey the absence of a particular activity or preference.

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33. Exercise 28. Asking Questions with Indefinite Pronouns. Listen to the conversations and add the missing indefinite pronouns. Remember the listening audios are in the video.  Remember you should listen to it one or two times. Try not to listen to it more than twice. The complete conversation is not here, so look at your book.   1. B: Yes, can I get you _____

Explanation

The correct answer is "something" because the speaker is asking if they can get the other person something.

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34. 5. When there is a thing you want to learn, you can look on the Internet.   _____

Explanation

In the given statement, it is mentioned that when there is a thing you want to learn, you can look on the Internet. The word "something" fits perfectly in the blank as it refers to an unspecified or unknown thing that the person wants to learn. Therefore, "something" is the correct answer to complete the sentence.

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35. 2. B: Is there  _____ I can do to help?

Explanation

The correct answer for this question is "anything" because it is the most suitable word to complete the sentence and make it grammatically correct. The phrase "Is there anything I can do to help?" is a common expression used to offer assistance or support to someone. The word "anything" implies that the person is willing to do whatever is necessary to provide assistance, indicating a willingness to help in any way possible.

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36. 10. B: I don't know. I didn't tell ______.

Explanation

The speaker is stating that they didn't inform or reveal something to someone. The word "anyone" is used to refer to an unspecified person, indicating that the speaker didn't disclose the information to any particular individual.

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37. 4. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "My brother and I are very different. I don't like anything that he likes." This sentence correctly expresses the idea that the speaker and their brother have different tastes and preferences. The use of "anything" in the sentence indicates that there is nothing that the speaker likes that is also liked by their brother.

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38. 8. Choose the correct sentence

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The correct sentence is "I invited somebody to have dinner with us." The word "somebody" is used to refer to an unspecified person, while "some body" would refer to a physical body or group of bodies. In this context, the speaker is inviting an unspecified person to join them for dinner, so "somebody" is the appropriate word choice.

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39. 10. I'll Never Need  _____ Anymore.

Explanation

The phrase "I'll never need anyone anymore" implies that the person speaking believes they no longer require the presence or assistance of others. This could suggest a sense of self-sufficiency or a desire to distance themselves from relying on others for support.

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40. 10. We didn't see any person in the building.  _____

Explanation

The words "anyone" and "anybody" can be used interchangeably in this context to indicate that no person was seen in the building. Both words are indefinite pronouns that refer to an unspecified person or people. Therefore, either "anyone" or "anybody" can be used to convey the same meaning that there were no individuals present in the building.

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41. 12. _____ knows the Trouble I've Seen

Explanation

The phrase "Nobody knows the Trouble I've Seen" is a line from a popular spiritual song. The question is asking for the word that fits in the blank and completes the phrase. The correct answer is "Nobody" because it maintains the rhythm and meaning of the original line.

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42. 7. B: I don't know. I looked outside, but there's ______ there.

Explanation

The speaker is saying that they looked outside but there is nothing there. This means that there is an absence of any objects or things outside.

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43. 5.  _____ to Love Me

Explanation

The given correct answer for this question is "Someone". The phrase "to Love Me" suggests that there is someone who loves the speaker. The word "Someone" fits perfectly in this context as it indicates an unidentified person who has feelings of love towards the speaker.

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44. 6.  _____ Hurts Like Love

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45. 7. I've Got Plenty of _____

Explanation

The correct answer is "Nothing" because the phrase "I've Got Plenty of" implies having an abundance of something, and "Nothing" is the opposite of having something. Therefore, the phrase "I've Got Plenty of Nothing" suggests that the person has a lot of nothing, emphasizing the lack of anything valuable or significant.

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46. 16. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "I don't know anything about this city." This is because "anything" is used to refer to an indefinite or unspecified amount or thing, while "something" refers to a specific or known amount or thing. In this case, the speaker is expressing a lack of knowledge about the city, so "anything" is the appropriate word to use.

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47. 4. Not one person called me last night.  _____

Explanation

The correct answer for this question is "No one, nobody". Both "no one" and "nobody" are used to indicate the absence of any person. In the given sentence, the speaker is emphasizing that they did not receive any calls from anyone. Both "no one" and "nobody" convey the same meaning and can be used interchangeably in this context.

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48. 6. Not one thing in the closet belongs to me.  _____

Explanation

The sentence states that there is not a single thing in the closet that belongs to the speaker. Therefore, the appropriate word to fill in the blank is "nothing," as it emphasizes the absence of ownership or possession.

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49. 3. Say  _____

Explanation

The question asks for a word to be said, and the answer is "Anything." This means that the word "Anything" is a suitable response to the question.

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50. 3. B: She said she didn't want to see ______.

Explanation

The correct answer is "anybody" because the speaker is referring to a person that she didn't want to see. "Anybody" is used to refer to an indefinite person or people, while "nobody" refers to no person at all. Therefore, "anybody" is the appropriate choice in this context.

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51. 8.  _____ about You

Explanation

The word "Something" is the correct answer because it completes the sentence "____ about You." The word "Something" fits grammatically and makes sense in the context of the sentence. It suggests that there is some information or topic being discussed or asked about the person referred to as "You."

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52. 6. That's because nobody _____ your new phone number.

Explanation

The correct answer is "has". The sentence is in the present perfect tense, indicating an action that started in the past and is still relevant in the present. The word "nobody" is a singular pronoun, so it requires the singular form of the verb "has".

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53. 8. Any person can learn this.  _____

Explanation

The words "anyone" and "anybody" are both indefinite pronouns that are used to refer to any person, regardless of gender or identity. In this context, the statement suggests that there are no restrictions or limitations on who can learn the subject in question. Both "anyone" and "anybody" convey the same meaning, indicating that any person, regardless of who they are, has the ability to learn this particular thing.

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54. Exercise 25. Indefinite Pronoun + Verb. Complete these conversations with the correct form of the verb in parentheses. Check your book to write your answers here because you will not have the complete conversations here nor the verb in parentheses. Example: 1. Everything __is___ ready.    2. Nothing ever _____ here.

Explanation

The correct answer is "happens". In this sentence, the indefinite pronoun "nothing" is the subject and it is followed by the verb "happens". The verb is in the present tense and agrees with the singular subject "nothing". Therefore, the correct form of the verb is "happens".

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55. 12. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct sentence is "Everyone in my family has red hair." This is because the word "everyone" is a singular pronoun, so it should be followed by a singular verb form, which is "has" in this case. The word "has" agrees with the singular noun "everyone" and indicates that each individual in the family possesses red hair.

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56. 9. ... Loves  _____ Sometime

Explanation

The correct answer is "Somebody" because the sentence structure suggests that the subject "Somebody" loves something at some point in time. The word "loves" is a verb that requires a subject to perform the action, and "Somebody" fits this role. The word "sometime" indicates that the love occurs at an unspecified or indefinite time.

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57. 9.  ... anyone _____ a question for Mr. Wong?

Explanation

The correct answer is "have". In this sentence, the word "have" is used to indicate the ability or permission to ask a question for Mr. Wong. The word "have" is the correct verb to use in this context to convey the intended meaning.

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58. 2. Choose the correct sentence.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Everybody in my class has a car except me." This sentence is grammatically correct because it uses the correct verb form "has" to agree with the singular subject "everybody." The verb "have" would be incorrect in this context as it is the plural form.

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59. 8. B: _____ told me about it.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Nobody" because the sentence is in the past tense and it implies that there was no specific person who informed the speaker about it.

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60. 9.  _____ Loves...  (the next blank space will be the next question)

Explanation

The word "Everybody" is the correct answer because it completes the sentence "____ Loves..." and fits grammatically and semantically. "Everybody" refers to all people, indicating that the subject of the sentence is universally loved.

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61. 5.  _____ somebody...   (the second part of the sentence is the next question)

Explanation

The correct answer "Does" is the correct form of the verb "do" in the third person singular form. In this sentence, the subject is "somebody," which is a singular pronoun. When using a singular subject in the present simple tense, we use "does" instead of "do." Therefore, "Does" is the correct answer to complete the sentence grammatically.

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62. 5. .... somebody _____ my computer?

Explanation

The correct answer is "have". In this sentence, the word "somebody" is the subject, and the verb that agrees with it is "have". This is the correct form of the verb to use in order to make the sentence grammatically correct.

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63. 6. B: Well, I didn't see _____.

Explanation

The correct answer is "anything" because the speaker is stating that they did not see something. "Nothing" would imply that they saw absolutely nothing at all, while "anything" allows for the possibility that they may have seen something specific.

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64. 10. I hope nobody _____.

Explanation

The correct answer is "notices". In this sentence, the speaker expresses a desire or wish that nobody will notice something. The verb "notices" is the correct form to use in this context as it matches the subject "nobody" and maintains the correct tense.

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65. 14. Doesn't  _____ Want to Be Wanted?

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66. 3. Has _____ called the police?

Explanation

The given correct answer is "anyone". This answer suggests that the question is asking whether someone, regardless of their identity, has called the police. It implies that the speaker is uncertain about who may have made the call and is open to the possibility that it could have been anyone.

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67. Exercise 23. Pronunciation Note: Indefinite Pronouns. Listen in the video. Exercise 24. Pronouncing Indefinite Pronouns. Listen to the song titles and write the missing pronouns. Example: 1. __Everybody__ Loves Saturday Night 2. _____ 's Talking

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The correct answer is "Everybody" because it is the pronoun that completes the song title "Everybody's Talking".

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7. We need to find one person to help us. _____
Exercise 29. Error Correction. Choose the correct sentence. Make sure...
3. Choose the correct sentence.
4.  _____ everything OK here?
6. Choose the correct sentence.
8. Yes, everyone _____ here.
11. Choose the correct sentence.
12. Did you write down all of the things? _____
4. I think there's _____ on the floor.
9. A: _____ is wrong with this bill.
7. Choose the correct sentence.
11. We Must Be Doing _____ Right
7.  _____ anybody here yet?
9. _____ anyone ...
9. Do you know all of the people here?  _____
11. Do you want a thing to drink?  _____
14. Choose the correct sentence.
15. Choose the correct sentence.
3. I moved all of the things in my room.  _____
15.  _____'s Looking for the Same Thing
4. A: What's the matter? Did you lose _____?
16.  _____ Is Different Now
Exercise 26. Using the Correct Pronoun. Choose the correct pronoun to...
4. Money Changes  _____
3. Nobody _____.
5.
9. Choose the correct sentence.
Exercise 22. Understanding Indefinite Pronouns. In the book you have...
10. Choose the correct sentence.
13. He's Done More for Me Than _____
13. Choose the correct sentence.
5. B: No, he doesn't want to do _____ this afternoon.
Exercise 28. Asking Questions with Indefinite Pronouns. Listen to the...
5. When there is a thing you want to learn, you can look on the...
2. B: Is there  _____ I can do to help?
10. B: I don't know. I didn't tell ______.
4. Choose the correct sentence.
8. Choose the correct sentence
10. I'll Never Need  _____ Anymore.
10. We didn't see any person in the building.  _____
12. _____ knows the Trouble I've Seen
7. B: I don't know. I looked outside, but there's ______...
5.  _____ to Love Me
6.  _____ Hurts Like Love
7. I've Got Plenty of _____
16. Choose the correct sentence.
4. Not one person called me last night.  _____
6. Not one thing in the closet belongs to me.  _____
3. Say  _____
3. B: She said she didn't want to see ______.
8.  _____ about You
6. That's because nobody _____ your new phone number.
8. Any person can learn this.  _____
Exercise 25. Indefinite Pronoun + Verb. Complete these conversations...
12. Choose the correct sentence.
9. ... Loves  _____ Sometime
9.  ... anyone _____ a question for Mr. Wong?
2. Choose the correct sentence.
8. B: _____ told me about it.
9.  _____ Loves...  (the next blank space will be the next...
5.  _____ somebody...   (the second part of the...
5. .... somebody _____ my computer?
6. B: Well, I didn't see _____.
10. I hope nobody _____.
14. Doesn't  _____ Want to Be Wanted?
3. Has _____ called the police?
Exercise 23. Pronunciation Note: Indefinite Pronouns. Listen in the...
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