Practice 1. The Singular “They” | (A-Level, Basic)
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Based on this lesson, revise or rewrite each sentence to remove the singular “they.” You can use any technique you find to be appropriate.
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1. Everyone needs to bring their books to class.
(All) students need to bring their books to class.
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2. No driver should drive without their driver’s license.
Drivers should not drive without their driver’s licenses.
You should not drive without your driver’s license.
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3. Every student need to do their homework on their own.
(All) students need to do their homework by themselves.
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4. An orphan is a person who does not have their parents.
Orphans are people who do not have their parents.
People who do not have their parents are called “orphans.”
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5. Any student who needs help with their homework should email their teacher.
Students who need help with their homework should email their teachers.
All those needing help with their homework should email their teachers.
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6. If a student finishes their test early, they can leave.
If students finish their tests early, they can leave.
You can leave whenever you finish your test.
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7. When someone is sad all the time, they may be depressed.
When people are sad all the time, they may be depressed.
People who are sad all the time may be depressed.
When you are sad all the time, you may be depressed.
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8. A baby cries when they are hot, cold, or hungry.
Babies cry when they are hot, cold, or hungry.
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