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What topic	Identifying Pronouns and Their Antecedents, and Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
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Lesson Plan: Identifying Pronouns and Their Antecedents, and Pronoun Antecedent Agreement

Subject: English Language Arts

Grade: 6

Duration: 90 Minutes

Standard: Arkansas English Standard 6.L.3.5

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Objective

Students will be able to:

1. Identify pronouns in sentences.
2. Identify antecedents of pronouns.
3. Understand and apply pronoun-antecedent agreement in writing.

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Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector and screen
• Printed worksheets
• Chart paper and markers
• Sample sentences for group work

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Introduction (15 Minutes)

• Begin the lesson by writing the word “pronoun” on the board.
• Ask students if they can provide examples of pronouns (e.g., he, she, it, they, etc.).
• Define pronouns as words that take the place of nouns.
• Provide a definition of “antecedent,” explaining that it is the noun that a pronoun replaces or refers to.
• Share a few examples on the board to illustrate pronouns and their antecedents. For instance:
  • Sentence: "Sarah loves her dog." (Sarah is the antecedent; her is the pronoun).

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Direct Instruction (30 Minutes)

A. Recognizing Pronouns

1. Review common pronouns: personal (I, you, he, she, it, we, they), possessive (my, your, his, her, its, our, their), and reflexive pronouns (myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, themselves).
2. Write sentences on the board and have students identify pronouns.
   Examples:
   • "The cat chased its tail."
   • "They went to the movies."

B. Identifying Antecedents

1. Explain how to find the antecedent by asking questions like "Who or what is the pronoun referring to?"
2. Display sentences on the projector and work through identification as a class.
3. Group Activity: Split the class into small groups and give each group a set of sentences to analyze for pronouns and their antecedents.
   Example sentences:
   • "The teacher assigned homework, but she forgot to collect it."

C. Pronoun Antecedent Agreement

1. Explain pronoun-antecedent agreement, noting that pronouns must agree in number (singular/plural) and gender with their antecedents.
2. Provide rules and guidelines, such as:
   • Singular antecedents take singular pronouns (e.g., The boy finished his project).
   • Plural antecedents take plural pronouns (e.g., The dogs wagged their tails).
3. Practice: Have students correct sentences that violate pronoun-antecedent agreement.
   Example:
   • "Each student must turn in their homework." (Correction: "Each student must turn in his or her homework.")

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Guided Practice (20 Minutes)

• Distribute worksheets with a mix of sentences for individual practice.
• Work through the first few sentences as a class, allowing for student input and discussion.
• Allow students time to complete the rest of the worksheet independently.
• Circulate the room to assist students as needed.

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Independent Practice (15 Minutes)

1. Write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) about a favorite activity using pronouns and ensure correct pronoun-antecedent agreement.
2. Students will pair with a partner to exchange paragraphs and identify at least three pronouns and their antecedents within their partner's writing.

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Closure (10 Minutes)

• Review key points from the lesson: definition of pronouns, identification of antecedents, and agreement rules.
• Ask for volunteers to share their paragraphs and discuss the pronouns and antecedents used.
• Answer any remaining questions.

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Homework Assignment

1. Verb and Pronoun Exercise:
   Write 5 sentences using different pronouns correctly. Identify the antecedent in each sentence.
   Example: "The girl rode her bike." (Antecedent: girl)

2. Correct the Sentences:
   Rewrite the sentences below for correct pronoun-antecedent agreement:
   a. Everyone should bring their lunch.
   b. The team won their game.
   c. Neither the dog nor the cats got their food.

Correct Answers for Homework

1. Sentences with Identified Antecedents:
   a. The boy lost his favorite toy. (Antecedent: boy)
   b. Maria finished her project early. (Antecedent: Maria)
   c. The car is in its parking spot. (Antecedent: car)
   d. Birds migrate to find their food. (Antecedent: Birds)
   e. Jack helped himself to dessert. (Antecedent: Jack)

2. Corrected Sentences:
   a. Everyone should bring his or her lunch.
   b. The team won its game.
   c. Neither the dog nor the cats got their food. (Correct as is, since it agrees with the plural)

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This lesson plan adheres to the Arkansas English standard and provides students with a comprehensive understanding of pronouns, their antecedents, and the importance of maintaining agreement in their usage.