I came across a problem of grammar when I tried to write this sentence:
On the note of proving themselves though, Germany also had a reason other than expansion to fight, for relations with France had been tense ever since the Franco-Prussian war of 1870.
How exactly can I use a plural pronoun to describe an entity that is best described as a singular ‘it’. I do think I can still use it, as it does make sense because we all know that a country is made of a group of individuals, about whom I could use a plural pronoun like ‘themselves’.
I just hate nations.
Edit: I just noticed a lexical error, oops. PS, thank you for the pointer Steve.
Tags: grammar, nationality, nations
December 1, 2007 at 3:29 pm
I can see you like to write in very complex sentences. I think you could make your statements more convincing with straightforward, direct language.