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Pronoun Types: Reflexive vs. Intensive – Differentiating pronouns in communication – Today’s focus: Reflexive or Intensive? – Reflexive pronouns reflect back to the subject. Intensive pronouns emphasize a noun. – Recap: What are pronouns? – Pronouns replace nouns to avoid repetition and aid coherence. – Exploring pronoun types – Types include personal, possessive, demonstrative, indefinite, reflexive, and intensive. | This slide introduces the concept of pronouns and their importance in daily communication, setting the stage for a deeper dive into reflexive and intensive pronouns. Begin with a quick recap of pronouns to refresh students’ memory. Explain that reflexive pronouns are used when the subject and the object of a sentence are the same, and they are necessary to the sentence. Intensive pronouns, on the other hand, are used to emphasize a noun or another pronoun and can be removed without altering the meaning of the sentence. Provide examples for each to clarify, such as ‘I made myself a sandwich’ (reflexive) and ‘The president himself gave the speech’ (intensive). Encourage students to identify pronouns in sentences and determine if they are reflexive or intensive.

Pronouns: Reflexive or Intensive? – Define pronouns and their role – Words that replace nouns to avoid redundancy, e.g., he, she, it – Pronouns prevent repetition – They help make sentences less cumbersome and more natural – Examples of pronouns in sentences – ‘She enjoys coffee’ instead of ‘Maria enjoys coffee’ when we know the subject – Reflexive vs. Intensive pronouns – Reflexive: refers back to the subject; Intensive: emphasizes a noun or pronoun | This slide introduces the concept of pronouns and their importance in language. Pronouns are used to replace nouns, making sentences less repetitive and more fluid. Provide examples to illustrate how pronouns function in sentences. Then, distinguish between reflexive pronouns, which reflect back to the subject (e.g., ‘He taught himself’), and intensive pronouns, which emphasize a noun or another pronoun (e.g., ‘The CEO himself attended the meeting’). Encourage students to identify pronouns in their reading and consider their function to better understand the difference between reflexive and intensive usage.

Reflexive vs. Intensive Pronouns – Overview of pronoun types – Personal, possessive, demonstrative, etc. – Introduce reflexive pronouns – Reflects back to the subject, e.g., ‘She taught herself.’ – Introduce intensive pronouns – Emphasizes a noun or pronoun, e.g., ‘The CEO himself.’ – Compare similarities and differences – Both refer back to the subject but serve different purposes. | This slide introduces students to the complex world of pronouns, focusing on reflexive and intensive pronouns. Begin by reviewing the various types of pronouns they have already learned, such as personal, possessive, and demonstrative. Then, move on to define reflexive pronouns, which are used when the subject and the object of a sentence are the same, and provide examples. Next, explain intensive pronouns, which are used to emphasize another noun or pronoun in the sentence. Highlight how reflexive and intensive pronouns look the same but play different roles in sentences. Encourage students to create sentences using both types of pronouns to solidify their understanding.

Reflexive Pronouns Explained – Define Reflexive Pronouns – Pronouns that refer back to the subject, like ‘myself’, ‘yourself’. – Examples of Reflexive Pronouns – ‘I taught myself to play guitar.’ – ‘myself’ refers to ‘I’. – Reflexive Pronouns in Sentences – They act as objects that reflect the action back onto the subject. – Understanding Their Role – Emphasize the action the subject performs upon itself. | This slide aims to clarify the concept of reflexive pronouns for seventh-grade students. Begin with a definition, ensuring students understand that reflexive pronouns are used when the subject and the object of a sentence are the same. Provide clear examples where reflexive pronouns are used correctly. Discuss the role of reflexive pronouns in sentences, highlighting that they are necessary to indicate that the action of the verb is directed back at the subject. Encourage students to create their own sentences using reflexive pronouns to solidify their understanding of how these pronouns function within the context of a sentence.

Intensive Pronouns: Adding Emphasis – Define Intensive Pronouns – Pronouns that emphasize a noun or another pronoun, e.g., ‘I myself’. – Examples for emphasis – ‘The CEO herself gave the speech.’ Emphasizes the CEO did it personally. – Different from reflexive pronouns – Intensive pronouns can be removed without changing sentence meaning. – Practice distinguishing them – We’ll look at sentences to identify and differentiate pronouns. | Intensive pronouns are used to add emphasis to a statement. They always refer back to another noun or pronoun in the sentence and are used to stress that the action is being done by the subject itself. Unlike reflexive pronouns, which are necessary for the sentence to make sense, intensive pronouns can be removed without altering the sentence’s structure. Provide students with examples and have them practice by identifying intensive pronouns in sentences and determining whether the sentence still makes sense if they are removed. This will help them distinguish between reflexive and intensive pronouns.

Reflexive vs. Intensive Pronouns – Similarities of reflexive and intensive – Both refer back to the subject of the sentence – Differences in usage and purpose – Reflexive is essential for sentence meaning, intensive adds emphasis – Sentence placement matters – Reflexive often appears near the subject; intensive can be removed without changing sentence meaning – Class participation with examples – We’ll analyze sentences together to identify pronoun types | This slide aims to help students differentiate between reflexive and intensive pronouns, which can be confusing due to their similar forms. Start by explaining that both types of pronouns are used to refer back to the subject of the sentence. However, reflexive pronouns are necessary for the sentence to make sense, while intensive pronouns are used for emphasis and can be removed without altering the sentence’s fundamental meaning. Show examples of sentences where the pronoun’s placement helps determine its type. Engage the class by having students participate in identifying whether pronouns in given sentences are reflexive or intensive, reinforcing their understanding through practice.

Identifying Reflexive and Intensive Pronouns – Activity: Identify pronouns in sentences – Determine: Reflexive or Intensive? – Reflexive: refers back to the subject, e.g., ‘She taught herself.’ – Discuss the pronoun usage – Intensive: emphasizes the subject, e.g., ‘The CEO himself gave the speech.’ – Understand their function in context | This slide introduces an activity focused on distinguishing between reflexive and intensive pronouns. Students will practice identifying pronouns within given sentences and then determine whether they are reflexive, referring back to the subject, or intensive, adding emphasis to the subject. Encourage students to consider the role the pronoun plays in the sentence to decide its type. For the activity, provide sentences with both pronoun types. Possible activities: 1) Students could work in pairs to quiz each other. 2) Create a worksheet with sentences for students to complete individually. 3) Have students write their own sentences using each type of pronoun. 4) Use a game format where students earn points for correct identification. 5) Hold a class discussion on sentences from a familiar book or story.

Class Activity: Reflexive vs. Intensive Pronouns – Write sentences with reflexive pronouns – Write sentences with intensive pronouns – Exchange sentences with a partner Pair up, swap your sentences, and see if your partner used the pronouns correctly. – Share and discuss in class Some volunteers will read their sentences aloud, and we’ll identify the pronoun types together. | This activity is designed to help students understand the difference between reflexive and intensive pronouns through practice and peer interaction. Start by explaining that reflexive pronouns are used when the subject and the object of the sentence are the same, and they are necessary to the meaning of the sentence (e.g., ‘She made herself a sandwich.’). Intensive pronouns emphasize a preceding noun, which is often the subject of the sentence, and they can be removed without changing the meaning of the sentence (e.g., ‘The CEO himself delivered the presentation.’). After students write their own sentences, they should pair up to exchange and review each other’s work, providing a chance for peer learning. Conclude with a class discussion where volunteers share their sentences. This will provide an opportunity for public speaking and further reinforce the lesson. Prepare to guide the discussion and correct any misconceptions.

Conclusion: Reflexive vs. Intensive Pronouns – Recap: Reflexive vs. Intensive – Reflexive pronouns reflect back to the subject. Intensive pronouns emphasize a noun. – Pronouns enhance writing – Using pronouns effectively can make writing more engaging and clear. – Homework: Write a short story – Create a narrative that naturally incorporates these pronouns. – Include 5 reflexive/intensive pronouns – Aim for at least five of each type to practice their usage. | As we wrap up, remember that reflexive pronouns are used when the subject and the object of a sentence are the same, and they are necessary to the meaning of the sentence. Intensive pronouns, on the other hand, are used to emphasize a preceding noun, which is often the subject of the sentence, and they can be removed without altering the meaning of the sentence. Understanding the difference is crucial for clear communication. For homework, students will write a short story that includes at least five reflexive and intensive pronouns to demonstrate their understanding of how these pronouns function within writing. This exercise will help students recognize and use these pronouns in their own writing, enhancing their narrative skills.