Problem: Jim comforted Kevin because *he* was so upset.

Do "he" and "Jim" mean the same thing?

Answer: no


Problem: Although they ran at about the same speed, Sue beat Sally because *she* had such a bad start.

Do "she" and "Sue" mean the same thing?

Answer: no


Problem: I asked Dave to get me my sweater from the other side of the yacht . While he was gone, I rested my arm on the rail over there and suddenly *it* gave way.

Do "it" and "rail" mean the same thing?

Answer:
yes