Which pronouns should be avoided opening more than two sentences in a row?

• A. I
• B. We
• C. I or We
• D. You

Answer: (C)

Starting multiple consecutive sentences with I or We creates a personal, narrative tone and can disrupt the neutral, action-focused flow that procedural writing requires. In Navy-style writing, clarity and objectivity matter, so the reader should be guided by the steps and actions rather than the author. When you begin several sentences with I or We in a row, the cadence becomes repetitive and can pull attention away from what’s being done. To keep the tone professional and readable, vary sentence openings and, when appropriate, use imperative or passive constructions, or start with the action, the object, or a time/sequence cue. If you notice a string of sentences starting with the same pronoun, rephrase to mix up the openings. So, I or We should be avoided opening more than two sentences in a row.