MTEL Communication Literacy Skills : Writing Practice Test

What does an interrogative pronoun represent?

1. A specific noun

2. A range of nouns

3. A person, thing, or idea

4. A command

The correct answer is: A person, thing, or idea

An interrogative pronoun represents a person, thing, or idea by posing questions about them. Examples of interrogative pronouns include "who," "whom," "whose," "which," and "what." These pronouns are specifically used to seek information or inquiry about a subject. For instance, in the question "Who is coming to the party?" the pronoun "who" is asking for the identity of a person. In contrast, the other choices refer to different grammatical concepts. A specific noun identifies a particular entity, a range of nouns suggests a broader category without specifying, and a command implies an imperative action rather than questioning. Thus, the function of interrogative pronouns distinctly lies in their ability to inquire about individuals, entities, or concepts.