Choose the correct words to insert in each of the following sentences. Then select the letter of the correct response. Each of the nominees prepared ____ acceptance speech ⎯ just in case.
A) their
B) its
C) his or her

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

"Nominees" is plural, so the pronoun "their" is the best choice. "His or her" is also correct, but it is wordier than simply using "their." "Its" is incorrect because it would refer to a singular object, while "nominees" is plural.

Choose the Correct Words to Insert in Each of the Following