Language ArtsQuestion 18 of 120
What does the underlined pronoun refer to: 'The scientists shared their findings with reporters, and they published the story widely'?
a.The scientists
b.The reporters
c.The findings
d.The story
Explanation
Logically, 'they' who published the story are the reporters, since publishing news is what reporters do. Clear pronoun reference depends on context and reasonable meaning. Ambiguous pronouns can confuse readers, so writers should keep antecedents clear.
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