Object Pronouns: Interactive Worksheet for Beginners
Object pronouns are essential in English grammar, replacing nouns that receive the action in a sentence. This comprehensive worksheet provides clear explanations, practical examples, and interactive exercises to help beginners master object pronouns like "me," "you," "him," "her," "it," "us," and "them." Through varied activities, students will gain confidence using these pronouns in everyday communication.
Understanding Object Pronouns
Object pronouns replace nouns that receive the action in a sentence. Unlike subject pronouns (I, you, he, etc.), object pronouns come after the verb or preposition.
Subject vs. Object Pronouns
| Subject Pronoun | Object Pronoun | Example |
|---|---|---|
| I | me | She called me yesterday. |
| you | you | I will see you tomorrow. |
| he | him | Give the book to him. |
| she | her | We invited her to the party. |
| it | it | The dog chased it (the ball). |
| we | us | They visited us last summer. |
| they | them | I know them very well. |
Quick Tip:
Remember that object pronouns always come after the verb or preposition. For example: "She gave me a gift" (not "She gave I a gift").
Common Uses of Object Pronouns
- After verbs: "Can you help me with this?"
- After prepositions: "This gift is for you."
- In comparisons: "She is taller than me."
- In short answers: "Who broke the vase?" "Me."
Exercise 1: Identify the Object Pronouns
Underline the object pronouns in these sentences:
1. My teacher gave us a lot of homework yesterday.
2. Can you tell them about the meeting?
3. I saw her at the park with her dog.
Exercise 2: Replace the Nouns with Object Pronouns
Rewrite these sentences using object pronouns:
1. I gave the book to Sarah. → I gave the book to .
2. We invited John and Mary to our party. → We invited to our party.
3. Can you help my brother and me with this project? → Can you help with this project?
Object Pronouns After Prepositions
Object pronouns must be used after prepositions (to, for, with, about, etc.):
- "This letter is for you." (not "for he")
- "She's talking about us." (not "about we")
- "Come with me." (not "with I")
Exercise 3: Complete with Object Pronouns
Fill in the blanks with the correct object pronouns:
1. Please sit next to . (I)
2. We're going to the cinema. Do you want to come with ? (we)
3. This present is for . (they)
Common Mistakes with Object Pronouns
Mistakes to Avoid
| Incorrect | Correct | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| She gave I a present. | She gave me a present. | Use object pronoun after verb |
| This is between you and I. | This is between you and me. | Use object pronoun after preposition |
| Who wants ice cream? Me! | Who wants ice cream? I do! | In formal English, use subject pronoun with verb |
Exercise 4: Correct the Mistakes
Correct these sentences by replacing the incorrect pronouns:
1. Can you help I with this heavy box? → Can you help with this heavy box?
2. The teacher asked we to be quiet. → The teacher asked to be quiet.
3. They sent the invitation to she. → They sent the invitation to .
Object Pronouns in Everyday Situations
Let's practice object pronouns in common daily scenarios:
Exercise 5: Phone Conversation
Complete the phone conversation with object pronouns:
A: Hi, is that Sarah?
B: Yes, it's . (I)
A: Can you tell (I) what time the meeting is?
B: Of course! It's at 3pm. I'll remind (you) later too.
Exercise 6: At the Restaurant
Complete the restaurant dialogue with object pronouns:
Waiter: Are you ready to order?
Customer: Yes, we'd like the pasta. Can you bring (we) some water too?
Waiter: Certainly. I'll bring (it) right away.
Mixed Practice
Exercise 7: Rewrite the Sentences
Rewrite these sentences using object pronouns where possible:
1. I gave my sister a birthday present. → I gave a birthday present.
2. The teacher explained the lesson to the students. → The teacher explained the lesson to .
Exercise 8: Choose the Correct Pronoun
Select the correct object pronoun for each sentence:
1. Please call ___ (I/me) when you arrive.
2. This secret is just between you and ___ (I/me).
Exercise 9: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the story with appropriate object pronouns:
Yesterday, I met Sarah and Tom at the park. I invited (they) to my house. Sarah brought some cookies for (we). Tom told (I) a funny story. We all laughed at (it).
Exercise 10: Listening Practice (Imaginary)
Imagine you're listening to these sentences. Write the object pronouns you hear:
1. (Audio: "Can you pass ___ the salt?") → Can you pass the salt?
2. (Audio: "We're waiting for ___ at the station.") → We're waiting for at the station.
Remember:
Practice makes perfect! Try using object pronouns in your daily English conversations. Pay attention to how native speakers use them in movies, songs, and books.