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What are some examples of demonstative pronouns?

Demonstrative pronouns are words that point to specific things or people. Here are some examples:

Singular:

* This: "This is my new car."

* That: "That is the house I grew up in."

Plural:

* These: "These are the cookies I baked."

* Those: "Those are the flowers you gave me."

Other examples in context:

* "This is the book I told you about."

* "I like those shoes."

* "Can you hand me that pen?"

* "These are the best apples I've ever tasted."

Key takeaway: Demonstrative pronouns help us to identify specific items or people within a conversation or text.

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