Which options describe a pronoun shift? Select the two correct answers. (1 point)
the use of a pronoun in place of a noun
• a change in person between the pronoun and its antecedent
the use a plural pronoun in the second person
• the use of the third person in a speech
• a change in number between the pronoun and its antecedent
• a change in person between the pronoun and its antecedent
• a change in number between the pronoun and its antecedent
The two correct options that describe a pronoun shift are:
1) a change in person between the pronoun and its antecedent
2) a change in number between the pronoun and its antecedent
To determine the correct answers for which options describe a pronoun shift, let's examine each option:
1. The use of a pronoun in place of a noun: This is a valid usage of pronouns and does not describe a pronoun shift.
2. A change in person between the pronoun and its antecedent: A pronoun shift occurs when there is an inconsistent change in person between the pronoun and its antecedent. For example, using "he" to refer to a person previously referred to as "I." This option describes a pronoun shift and is a correct answer.
3. The use of a plural pronoun in the second person: This does not describe a pronoun shift but rather a choice of pronoun that is grammatically valid (e.g., using "you" to refer to multiple people).
4. The use of the third person in a speech: This also does not describe a pronoun shift, as using third-person pronouns (he, she, it) consistently throughout a speech is grammatically correct.
5. A change in number between the pronoun and its antecedent: A pronoun shift also occurs when there is an inconsistent change in number between the pronoun and its antecedent. For example, using a plural pronoun "they" to refer to a singular noun "it." This option describes a pronoun shift and is a correct answer.
Based on the explanations provided, the two correct answers are:
- A change in person between the pronoun and its antecedent.
- A change in number between the pronoun and its antecedent.