Example 1 Easy
Which choice correctly completes the sentence? The committee finished ___ report.
- their
- its
- it's
- they
Show answer and explanation
Answer: its
Committee is singular here, so the possessive pronoun should be its.
SAT Reading and Writing skill page
SAT Pronoun Antecedent Practice
Match every pronoun to the noun it clearly replaces, then check number and meaning.
10-16 min practice time 3 examples on page Standard English Conventions
What this tests
What to know for this SAT skill
- Match pronouns to clear antecedents
- Check singular and plural agreement
- Avoid vague or ambiguous pronoun references
- Choose pronouns that preserve sentence meaning
Practice examples
Try a few SAT-style questions
Example 2 Medium
Which sentence avoids a vague pronoun?
- When Maya called Elena, she was relieved.
- Maya was relieved when she called Elena.
- When she called her, she was relieved.
- Maya called Elena because she helped.
Show answer and explanation
Answer: Maya was relieved when she called Elena.
This sentence makes it clear that Maya was relieved.
Example 3 Hard
Which pronoun best completes the sentence? Each of the researchers submitted ___ notes.
- their
- his or her
- they
- them
Show answer and explanation
Answer: his or her
Each is singular, so the formally singular choice his or her agrees with it.
Quick drills
Practice this skill from more angles
Match pronouns to clear antecedents
Pause before the answer choices, write the rule or setup you need, then check whether the question is asking for the value, the relationship, or the best-supported conclusion.
Check singular and plural agreement
Pause before the answer choices, write the rule or setup you need, then check whether the question is asking for the value, the relationship, or the best-supported conclusion.
Avoid vague or ambiguous pronoun references
Pause before the answer choices, write the rule or setup you need, then check whether the question is asking for the value, the relationship, or the best-supported conclusion.
Choose pronouns that preserve sentence meaning
Pause before the answer choices, write the rule or setup you need, then check whether the question is asking for the value, the relationship, or the best-supported conclusion.
Avoid these traps
Common mistakes on this skill
Solving before naming the task
The SAT often hides the real skill inside familiar wording. Identify the rule, relationship, or question type first.
Choosing an answer that only partly fits
Many wrong answers are close. Check every condition in the question before committing.
Skipping the final check
Reread what the question asks for so you do not answer a nearby but different question.
Study plan
How to practice this skill in Dolphin
- Read the question and name the tested skill before looking at the choices.
- Write the equation, rule, or passage relationship in plain language.
- Eliminate answers that violate the setup or overstate the evidence.
- Review misses by writing the exact trap that pulled you toward the wrong answer.
Related practice
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FAQ
Questions about SAT Pronoun Antecedent Practice
What is the best way to practice SAT Pronoun Antecedent Practice?
Start with a few focused examples, review the mistake pattern, then mix the skill into full SAT practice so you can recognize it in context.
Why does this skill matter on the SAT?
It shows up in short, high-leverage questions where one missed rule or setup can quickly cost a point.
Can Dolphin SAT help me drill this skill?
Yes. Dolphin SAT can surface targeted practice, track missed questions, and help you review the patterns that keep repeating.