Definition
The objective case is used for a pronoun functioning as a direct object, an indirect object, or an object of a preposition.
Objective case pronouns include the following:
| 1st Person | 2nd Person | 3rd Person | |
| Singular: | me | you | him, her, it |
| Plural: | us | you | them |
Again, rather than memorizing this list, use your simple sentence as a test for objective case pronouns:
Any pronoun that can be used to replace the object of the preposition, Paul, is an objective case pronoun. Once again, say the sentence aloud and let your ear help you choose the correct pronoun.
Liz baked . . . for him.
. . . for you.
. . . for them.
Remember: the goal is to recognize objective case pronouns so you can choose them to function as direct objects, indirect objects, or objects of prepositions.
