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Uktous Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

"one thing" awarded to more than 1 person

Hi,

Which sentence is correct?

Sentence1:
I obtained the Holo Academic Prize . This was awarded to several candidates who had outstanding academic result.
Sentence2:
I obtained the Holo Academic Prize . These were awarded to several candidates who had outstanding academic result.
Sentence3:
I obtained the Holo Academic Prize . This is awarded to several candidates who had outstanding academic result.
Sentence4:
I obtained the Holo Academic Prize . These are awarded to several candidates who had outstanding academic result.


I find this difficult because:
The Holo Academic Prize is "one thing", but it was awarded to more than 1 person.
I obtained the prize in the past but I am still "holding" this prize.

My opinion:
"this is" should be used

Thanks
  

Top answer

I obtained the Holo Academic Prize. This is awarded to candidates who have outstanding academic result. you can use this sentence if the Holo Academic Prize is still awarded to students.

  • I obtained the Holo Academic Prize.
  • This is awarded to candidates who have outstanding academic result.
  • you can use this sentence if the Holo Academic Prize is still awarded to students.
  • Sentence 1 is correct.
  • it indicates that the Prize was given to many including you, at that point of time.
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3 Answers
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I obtained the Holo Academic Prize. This is awarded to candidates who have outstanding academic result.

you can use this sentence if the Holo Academic Prize is still awarded to students.

Sentence 1 is correct. it indicates that the Prize was given to many including you, at that point of time.
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Hi,

When I can use sentence 3 (as suggested at the beginning of your post)?

"I obtained the Holo Academic Prize. This is awarded to candidates who have outstanding academic result."

Thanks
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Hi,

academic results.Emotion: smile

Clive

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