Word of the Day

Learning Targets:
> Identify the pronouns in the sentence
> Use reflexive pronouns to create meaningful
discourse
> Demonstrate active participation in the
discussion
> Write a persuasive essay using reflexive pronouns
• Recall the text we have discussed yesterday. Create a
graphic organizer of what happened in each of the
following places:
1. The palace of Minos
2. In prison
3. Icarus in the sea
4. Sicily
Pronoun (review)
What is a pronoun?
- is a word that is used instead of a noun
or noun phrase.
- The second of the 8 parts of speech.
7 Types:
REFLEXIVE PRONOUN
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 REFLEXIVE PRONOUN
- reflecting back on the subject, like a mirror
- The subject and the object are the same.

*Reflexive pronouns end in "-self" (singular)

or "-selves" (plural).
  REFLEXIVE PRONOUN
singular myself
yourself
himself, herself, itself

plural ourselves
yourselves
themselves
NON-REFLEXIVE PRONOUN REFLEXIVE PRONOUN
(The underlined words are NOT the same person/thing.) (The underlined words are the SAME person/thing.)

John saw me. I saw myself in the mirror.

Why does he blame you? Why do you blame

 yourself?
David sent him a copy. John sent himself a copy.
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3 Types of Reflexive Pronouns
1. Direct Object
- are words, phrases, and clauses that follow a transitive
verb and receive the action of the verb. Reflexive pronouns can
appear with most transitive verbs but the most common
include the following: amuse, blame, cut, dry, enjoy, hurt,
satisfy, prepare, teach, etc.
Example:
They amused them.
They amused themselves.
2. Indirect Object
are words, phrases, and clauses that follow a ditransitive
verb and indicate to or for whom or what the action of the
verb is performed.
Example:
> Cynthia is making Mike a sandwich.
> Cynthia is making herself a sandwich.
> We’ve brought ourselves something to eat.
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I hurt myself. I bought myself a new sweater.
He dressed himself in spite of You should
his injuries. get yourself something to eat.

Terry blamed herself for being We borrowed ourselves some

too careless. home repair supplies.

You know yourself better than The teachers may

anyone else. purchase themselves some
school supplies.
3. Object of a Preposition or Prepositional
Compliment
- are defined as the word, phrase, or
clause that directly follows the preposition
and completes the meaning of the
prepositional phrase. 
• He was feeling very sorry for himself.      
• Did you give the award to yourself?
• The children take care of themselves.
• We thought only of ourselves last weekend.
Common Errors with Reflexive Pronouns
The most common mistake of all is the incorrect use of
reflexive pronouns in compound subjects or compound
objects in a sentence.
Here is an example of the former type of offense.
• Andrew and myself will conduct today’s meeting.
Common Errors with Reflexive Pronouns
 Myself will conduct today’s meeting.

Clearly, myself does not work, but the subject pronoun I does.
Correct: I will conduct today’s meeting.
Correct: Andrew and I will conduct today’s meeting.
Activity 1: Multiple Choice (In the video)
Activity 2:

Students will be given pictures. Based

from the pictures, they will either compose
a song and present in any genre, a poem
then interpret, a short dialogue then
dramatize, and a comic strip. (4 groups)
Activity 3:
C. Daedalus tries to make Icarus pay attention to his instructions,
but Icarus got excited and doesn’t obey the rules. Write an essay
about a safety rule that you think is important but people often
ignore because it seems like following it will ruin the fun. Convince
your readers why they should obey this safety rule. Remember to
use reflexive pronouns in your writing. (Group Activity)
Assignment:
Task 3 DEALING WITH PERSONAL CHALLENGE
Below are some personal challenges encountered by Icarus and Daedalus. How would you deal with
these challenges if you encounter them? Select 1 and explain in 600 words. Use and underline reflexive
pronouns. Use 1 whole sheet yellow paper.

1. abuse of power 6. hard headedness 11. egocentricity

2. self destruction 7. Impetuousness 12. procrastination
3. foolishness 8. Hostility 13. compulsiveness
4. lack of contentment 9. Pride 14. Envy
5. aggressiveness 10. boastfulness
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