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Unclear Pronoun Reference

Pronoun reference: Specific reference [Indefinite it, they, you]

Pronoun reference: Specific reference [Indefinite it, they, you]

The pronouns in the following sentence do not refer to a specific antecedent. Revise the sentence as needed to make it clear. Then, compare your revision with the version provided.

This activity contains 10 questions.

In Houston, they drive even faster than they do in Chicago.

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In the average city, they have at least twelve police stations.

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

When we entered the stadium, they were already ahead by twenty points.

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

In city hall, they decorate at holiday time.

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

During vehicle registration, they review the owner's records.

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

The new commercial succeeded, but it took many versions to get it right.

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

Sign-language interpreters and note takers are provided if you have a recognized disability.

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

In the city park, you can play on the sledding hill.

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

In the city charter, it calls for every citizen to have access to affordable health care.

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

Public transportation makes it easy to get around the city.

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

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