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Now practice taking out the H in he, his, him and her in the conversation below. Review the rules for reducing pronouns in casual speech.
Jim: There have been some big changes around here lately. Clara: I know! Did Brad get laid off? Jim: Sure did. Didn't you notice how he always comes late? Clara: That's true, but I thought he got another job and left on his own. Jim: That's what he wanted you to think. The manager gave him a heads up* last month. Clara: Oh, so he started looking and got his new job before he was laid off. That's lucky! John: Yeah. Have you met the new guy who replaced him? What's his name ... Clara: No, not yet. How about Jennifer? Is she leaving? John: I'm not sure. She's not full time, but I know her contract's up for renewal next month. Clara: Do you think it'll get renewed? John: Well, it's true that her work ethic leaves a lot to be desired*, but I hear that her performance is above average. Clara: They might dislike her for working six hours a day, but if her numbers are good, what can they do? John: They might even give her a promotion! |
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