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Rams Write

Here you'll find a student-generated guide to writing and composition.

Reason For Proper Use of I/Me

'I' will always be the subject of a sentence or clause, whereas 'me' will be the object. 'Me' should follow any preposition (of, in, on, etc.) and function as both the indirect and direct object in a sentence.

Following these rules will ensure professionalism when speaking to others and will make a good impression.

Confusing Grammar Mistakes in English: Using I or Me

Example

Example

Incorrect: The professor returned the tests to John and I.

Correct: The professor returned the tests to John and me. 

Explanation: You remove the second party from the sentences where you feel tempted to use 'myself' as an object or feel hesitant about 'me'.

 

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