This chapter explains the basics of pronoun reference and some of the errors related to unclear pronoun reference.
The chapter objectives that follow will help you figure out whether you have really mastered the material presented in this chapter.
After reading this chapter and completing its exercises, you should be able to:
- Explain to another student the terms "pronoun" and "antecedent"
- Explain to another student how errors covered in this chapter can confuse and frustrate readers
- Recognize reference errors by understanding the relationship between a pronoun and its antecedent
- Recognize and resolve specific constructions that invite reference errors
