Grade 5 Composing Sentences

What is a subject in a sentence?

Subject-verb agreement means that subjects and verbs must agree in number.

A singular subject takes a singular or s-form of the verb, and a plural subject takes a _____ or base form of the verb.

Which of the following is a correct subject-verb agreement?

Which of the following subjects does not follow the usual subject-verb agreement rules?

Opening Prayer

Acknowledges gratitude for the day and God’s provisions.
Emphasizes the importance of protection, love, and focus on learning.
Invokes the Holy Spirit for inspiration and guidance in discovery.

Composing Clear and Coherent Sentences (Subject-Verb Agreement)

Subject: The entity performing the action or being discussed in a sentence.
Verb: The action word that corresponds to the subject.
Subject-Verb Agreement: Subjects and verbs must agree in number (singular or plural).

Basic Rule in Subject-Verb Agreement

Singular subjects require singular verbs, while plural subjects require plural verbs.
Examples:
- First Person:
  - Singular: I run.
  - Plural: We run.
- Second Person:
  - Singular: You run.
  - Plural: You all run.
- Third Person:
  - Singular: He runs, She runs.
  - Plural: They run.

Closing Prayer

Expression of gratitude for lessons learned and excitement for new discoveries.
Encouragement to remember learned skills in reading and writing.
Anticipation for future lessons and safety wishes.

This quiz focuses on composing clear and coherent sentences, emphasizing subject-verb agreement for fifth-grade students. It encourages students to engage thoughtfully with the material while reflecting on their learning process. Get ready to enhance your writing skills with this interactive assessment!