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A singular noun takes a singular ______:
A singular noun takes a singular ______:
verb
The ______ remain the same in both singular and plural forms:
The ______ remain the same in both singular and plural forms:
nouns
Collective nouns (e.g. team, family, herd) can be singular or ______, depending on the context:
Collective nouns (e.g. team, family, herd) can be singular or ______, depending on the context:
plural
Singular subject pronouns take a singular ______:
Singular subject pronouns take a singular ______:
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Indefinite pronouns (e.g. someone, everyone, none) usually take a ______ verb:
Indefinite pronouns (e.g. someone, everyone, none) usually take a ______ verb:
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Both are going to the movies is an example of a plural ______:
Both are going to the movies is an example of a plural ______:
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A singular noun refers to one person, place, thing, or ______
A singular noun refers to one person, place, thing, or ______
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Verbs that agree with singular nouns are in the ______ form
Verbs that agree with singular nouns are in the ______ form
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A plural noun refers to more than one person, place, thing, or ______
A plural noun refers to more than one person, place, thing, or ______
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Verbs that agree with plural nouns are in the ______ form
Verbs that agree with plural nouns are in the ______ form
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Singular nouns that end in -s are ______ and take a singular verb
Singular nouns that end in -s are ______ and take a singular verb
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Plural nouns that don't end in -s are ______ and take a plural verb
Plural nouns that don't end in -s are ______ and take a plural verb
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Study Notes
Singular and Plural Nouns
- A singular noun takes a singular verb:
- One cat is sleeping on the bed.
- The dog runs quickly around the corner.
- A plural noun takes a plural verb:
- The cats are sleeping on the bed.
- The dogs run quickly around the corner.
- Some nouns remain the same in both singular and plural forms:
- Deer is/are found in the forest.
- Series is/are popular on Netflix.
- Collective nouns (e.g. team, family, herd) can be singular or plural, depending on the context:
- The team is playing well today. (singular)
- The team are arguing with each other. (plural)
Subject Pronouns
- Singular subject pronouns take a singular verb:
- I am going to the store.
- You are going to the party.
- He/She/It is studying for the exam.
- Plural subject pronouns take a plural verb:
- We are going to the beach.
- They are playing soccer.
- Indefinite pronouns (e.g. someone, everyone, none) usually take a singular verb:
- Someone is knocking on the door.
- Everyone is invited to the party.
- However, some indefinite pronouns can be plural (e.g. both, few, many):
- Both are going to the movies.
- Few are attending the meeting.
Nouns and Verbs
- A singular noun is paired with a singular verb in a sentence.
- A plural noun is paired with a plural verb in a sentence.
- Some nouns have the same form for both singular and plural forms.
Irregular Nouns
- Collective nouns (e.g. team, family, herd) can be singular or plural depending on the context.
- When a collective noun is thought of as a single unit, it takes a singular verb.
- When a collective noun is thought of as individual members, it takes a plural verb.
Singular Subject Pronouns
- Singular subject pronouns (I, you, he, she, it) take a singular verb in a sentence.
Plural Subject Pronouns
- Plural subject pronouns (we, they) take a plural verb in a sentence.
Indefinite Pronouns
- Most indefinite pronouns (e.g. someone, everyone, none) take a singular verb in a sentence.
- Some indefinite pronouns (e.g. both, few, many) can be plural and take a plural verb in a sentence.
Singular and Plural Nouns in Subject-Verb Agreement
Singular Nouns
- Refer to one person, place, thing, or idea
- Examples: cat, city, teacher, happiness
- Take a singular verb
- Example sentences:
- The cat sleeps on the bed.
- The city is very big.
Plural Nouns
- Refer to more than one person, place, thing, or idea
- Examples: cats, cities, teachers, happinesses
- Take a plural verb
- Example sentences:
- The cats sleep on the bed.
- The cities are very big.
Special Cases
Singular Nouns Ending in -s
- Are singular and take a singular verb
- Examples:
- The news is on at 10pm.
- The physics is my favorite subject.
Plural Nouns Not Ending in -s
- Are plural and take a plural verb
- Examples:
- The children are playing outside.
- The men are working hard.
Collective Nouns
- Refer to groups of people, animals, or things
- Examples: family, team, flock, herd
- Can be singular or plural, depending on the context
- If thought of as a single unit, take a singular verb
- The family is going on a trip.
- If thought of as individual members, take a plural verb
- The family are all coming to the party.
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Test your understanding of singular and plural nouns in English grammar, including verb agreement and collective nouns.
