Writing Lab Pronoun Case and Comparisons Comparisons using
Writing Lab Pronoun Case and Comparisons
Comparisons using “as” or “than” In sentences containing a clause preceded by “as” or “than, ” choose the pronoun based on the intended meaning. That is, consider the intended meaning and mentally insert the missing pronoun as in the following: • You are taller than I. Meaning: • You are taller than I [am. ]
The Logical Choice Be sure that the pronoun you insert is a logical one. • Incorrect: The cows chase Kendra farther than I. • This sentence is awkward because using the pronoun “I” makes the sentence mean that Kendra was chased not only by cows but also by a person. • Correct: The cows chased Kendra farther than me. • The intended meaning is that only the cows are doing the chasing; therefore, the correct pronoun choice is “me. ”
More examples • Incorrect: This applicant is more qualified for the managerial position than her. • Correct: This applicant is more qualified for the managerial position that she. • Incorrect: Few writers have won more writing awards than her. • Correct: Few writers have won more writing awards than she.
That’s all, folks! • This lesson is part of the UWF Writing Lab Grammar Mini-Lesson Series • Lessons adapted from Real Good Grammar, Too by Mamie Webb Hixon • To find out more, visit the Writing Lab’s website where you can take a self-scoring quiz corresponding to this lesson
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