Reflexive pronouns SVIP

Read the following sentences and decide whether they use Reflexive pronouns (R) or Emphatic pronouns (E).

1. He took this photo himself – he's taken up photography lately. ER

2. Angie taught herself how to play the guitar during lockdown. ER

3. The song itself sounds great, but I don't like the singer. ER

4. They prefer to paint by themselves as it helps them relax. RE

Choose the correct answer.

Angela and I prefer going hiking by themselvesourselves to enjoy the peace and quiet.

Choose the correct answer.

Adam himselfmyself made this chair using only hand tools and recycled wood.

Choose the correct answer.

You and your sister have been so busy lately — you should take some time for yourselvesourselves this weekend.

Fill in the blanks to complete the sentences.

1. You should give a break and spend time on your favourite hobby.

2. They often record while practising dance routines.

3. We taught how to play the piano during the summer holidays.

4. I prefer writing poetry rather than reading it.

Michael came all the way here just to tell us _________ that he had finally finished writing his novel.

Mikaela and Alexa built the entire treehouse by _________ during summer break.

After some time, I could finally play a full song on the guitar by _________.

Hi Joseph. Make _________ at home while I get us something to drink.

The painting speaks for _________ — I can feel the powerful emotions coming from it.

Samantha: Hi Liam, hi Sophie. Did you decorate the room by _________?

Liam: Yeah, we're still working on it, though.

I know that Emma _________ organised the entire exhibition. She was proud of how everything turned out.

My aunt and cousin really enjoyed herself during their stay with us.

The machine shuts himself down after an hour to save energy.

I wanted to show you yourself how I made these miniature models.