The task involves choosing the correct word ("this," "that," "these," or "those") based on the image provided. The words are used to indicate proximity (near or far) and whether the object is singular or plural. Here's how to solve each part:
Key Rules:
1.
"This" is used for a singular object that is close to the speaker.
2.
"That" is used for a singular object that is farther away from the speaker.
3.
"These" is used for plural objects that are close to the speaker.
4.
"Those" is used for plural objects that are farther away from the speaker.
Solution:
Let's analyze each image and choose the correct word:
#### 1. Basketball
- Image shows a hand pointing at a basketball (singular, close).
- Correct word:
this
#### 2. Eraser
- Image shows a hand pointing at an eraser (singular, close).
- Correct word:
this
#### 3. Pencils
- Image shows a hand pointing at a group of pencils (plural, close).
- Correct word:
these
#### 4. Kites
- Image shows a hand pointing at a group of kites (plural, far).
- Correct word:
those
#### 5. Apple
- Image shows a hand pointing at an apple (singular, close).
- Correct word:
this
#### 6. Cats
- Image shows a hand pointing at two cats (plural, far).
- Correct word:
those
#### 7. Pen
- Image shows a hand pointing at a pen (singular, close).
- Correct word:
this
#### 8. Books
- Image shows a hand pointing at a stack of books (plural, close).
- Correct word:
these
Final Answers:
1. this
2. this
3. these
4. those
5. this
6. those
7. this
8. these
Summary:
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Close singular: this
-
Far singular: that
-
Close plural: these
-
Far plural: those
This exercise helps in understanding the use of demonstrative pronouns based on distance and plurality.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of demonstrative pronouns worksheet pdf.