Recognize and correct vague pronouns (CCSS L.6.1.d)
Exercise
Difficulty 4
~7 min
eng.g6.f.ex_47
Antecedent Arrow Audit Full Paragraph
Prompt
Audit this paragraph for vague pronouns. Highlight each pronoun. Draw arrow to antecedent. Fix any vague references. 'The school adopted uniforms. This was controversial. Many students protested it. Maya told Sara that she had won the debate. They were happy about the decision.'
M-6-F-GR-EX-47-A
Interactive
Physical / non-image
Antecedent-arrow audit worksheet. Paragraph displayed with pronoun-highlight zones. Below: numbered antecedent-identification rows + fix space. Self-check key on reverse.
Answer criteria
type
rubric
rubric
All vague pronouns found + fixed + antecedents identified = 4; 3 of 4 = 3; 2 = 2; <2 = 1
Hints
- Vague: 'This' (= what?), 'it' (= what specifically?), 'she' (Maya or Sara?), 'They' (= what specifically?).
- Fix by adding the noun or rewriting.
Misconceptions to watch
- Treats every pronoun as vague (some have clear antecedents).
- Doesn't fix 'she' Maya/Sara ambiguity (most common error).