Hey My Friends! Ready to find out how you did on last week’s test? Okay, I’m gonna’ let you guys grade yourselves. The correct words are capitalized.
1. The trouble with Jim and (*HER*, she) is that they didn’t listen in class.
2. Dad bought the car for my brother and (I, *ME*) to use.
3. When Jack and (*SHE*, her) saw what was coming, they ran.
4. The two kids, Frank and (*HE*, him) made the best speeches.
5. The argument between John and (I, *ME*, myself) was quickly settled.
You don’t have to know the rule sometimes if you know an easy trick. Particularly with compounds, if you take one of the two out, you’ll probably avoid ever getting it wrong.
1. For example, in the first sentence, take out the words “Jim and,” and complete the sentence…”The trouble with HER is that she didn’t listen in class.”
2. So, in the second sentence, just take out “my brother and,” and see what you would say…”Dad bought the car for ME to use.”
3. Take out “Jack and,”…” When SHE saw what was coming, she ran.”
4. Take out “Frank and,” and it reads…”HE made the best speech.”
5. Take out “John and,” and you get…”The argument with ME was quickly settled.”
Okay, the test is over. Have a great week, stay safe from the storm, and watch out for those compounds.
Love you all,
Donna
