Use intensive pronouns for emphasis (not as objects) (CCSS L.6.1.b)
Exercise Difficulty 2 ~5 min eng.g6.f.ex_17

Intensive Vs Reflexive Classify

Prompt

Classify each -self pronoun as INTENSIVE (emphasis, removable) or REFLEXIVE (subject = object, not removable): (1) 'The author herself signed my book.' (2) 'I cut myself shaving.' (3) 'Please give the gift to myself.' (4) 'Maya and myself went.' (5) 'I myself will deliver the message.' (6) 'She prepared herself for the speech.'

M-6-F-GR-EX-17-A Chart
Classification worksheet with 6 sentences and 3-option labels (INTENSIVE / REFLEXIVE / ERROR). Self-check key on reverse

Classification worksheet with 6 sentences and 3-option labels (INTENSIVE / REFLEXIVE / ERROR). Self-check key on reverse with rationale per item.

Answer criteria
type classification
correct
  1. INTENSIVE
  2. REFLEXIVE
  3. ERROR (should be 'me')
  4. ERROR (should be 'I')
  5. INTENSIVE
  6. REFLEXIVE
Hints
  1. Remove the -self pronoun. If the sentence still works grammatically, it's INTENSIVE.
  2. If subject and object are different, -self is the wrong pronoun (it's an error).
Misconceptions to watch
  • Treats myself as a fancy 'me' (always wrong).
  • Confuses intensive (emphasis) with reflexive (subject = object).
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