788. Using Compound Pronouns

Be careful when using compound pronouns with a personal pronoun. The personal pronoun I is part of the subject. The personal pronoun me is in the object part of a sentence. When the personal pronoun is used in a compound pronoun, be sure to use the correct personal pronoun.

As a subject of the sentence, use I.
Bob and I are going skating.
Janice and I are on the same volleyball team.
Dan and I did our homework together.
The personal pronoun I is part of the subject and does the action.

Use the personal pronoun me as part of the sentence object. Action happens to the object. Action happens to me.
Coach threw the ball to John and me.
Be sure to talk to Sam or me if you have questions.
Grandma gave money to my sister and me.

Use the personal pronoun I in a compound pronoun acting as the subject. Use the personal pronoun me in a compound pronoun acting as an object.

▶It’s your turn. Put the correct personal pronoun into each blank. My dog is running with Joey and ____. Julie and ___ stayed up late last night. Did you figure it out? Good for you!