To solve the problem, we need to choose the appropriate indefinite pronoun from the given options (A–H) to complete each sentence. Let's go through each sentence step by step:
Indefinite Pronouns:
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A. another: Refers to one more of something.
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B. somebody: Refers to an unspecified person.
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C. anyone: Refers to any person at all.
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D. anything: Refers to any thing or matter.
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E. each: Refers to every individual in a group.
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F. either: Refers to one or the other of two things.
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G. everybody: Refers to all people.
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H. none: Refers to not any or no one.
Sentences and Solutions:
1.
______ is listening to us.
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Answer: B. somebody
- Explanation: "Somebody" implies an unspecified person is listening.
2.
______ is possible if you believe in it.
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Answer: D. anything
- Explanation: "Anything" means any possibility can occur if you believe.
3.
______ could see us here.
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Answer: C. anyone
- Explanation: "Anyone" means any person could potentially see us.
4.
______ has cast a vote.
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Answer: G. everybody
- Explanation: "Everybody" implies everyone in the group has voted.
5.
______ is fine.
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Answer: F. either
- Explanation: "Either" suggests that one of two options is acceptable.
6.
______ thinks that this is crazy.
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Answer: B. somebody
- Explanation: "Somebody" indicates an unspecified person thinks it's crazy.
7.
______ are satisfied with this outcome.
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Answer: E. each
- Explanation: "Each" implies every individual in the group is satisfied.
8.
______ is capable of doing this task.
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Answer: C. anyone
- Explanation: "Anyone" means any person is capable of doing the task.
9.
______ will take your place.
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Answer: A. another
- Explanation: "Another" refers to one more person who will replace you.
10.
______ rang the doorbell.
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Answer: B. somebody
- Explanation: "Somebody" implies an unspecified person rang the doorbell.
11.
______ has taken an interest.
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Answer: G. everybody
- Explanation: "Everybody" means everyone has shown interest.
12.
______ will show up soon.
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Answer: B. somebody
- Explanation: "Somebody" indicates an unspecified person will arrive soon.
13.
______ you can imagine, can be.
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Answer: D. anything
- Explanation: "Anything" means whatever you can imagine is possible.
14.
______ will do. I'm not picky.
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Answer: A. another
- Explanation: "Another" implies any additional option will suffice.
15.
______ you can do, I can do better.
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Answer: D. anything
- Explanation: "Anything" means whatever you can do, I can do better.
Final Answers:
1. B
2. D
3. C
4. G
5. F
6. B
7. E
8. C
9. A
10. B
11. G
12. B
13. D
14. A
15. D
Boxed Answer:
\[
\boxed{B, D, C, G, F, B, E, C, A, B, G, B, D, A, D}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of indefinite pronoun worksheet.
