Subject Verb Agreement Practice

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Which form of the verb 'be' is used in the present simple tense for a singular third person subject?

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be

are

is (correct)

In the sentence 'Man is the only creature that consumes without producing', what form of the verb 'be' is used?

are

am

be

is (correct)

What is the correct form of the verb 'be' in the sentence 'I _______ afraid I shall not be able to help you'?

be

are

is

am (correct)

In the sentence 'Our lives are miserable', what form of the verb 'be' is used?

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What is the correct form of the verb 'be' in the sentence 'Mrs. Jones _______ already snoring'?

was Signup and view all the answers

In the sentence 'All the animals _______ now present', what form of the verb 'be' is used?

are Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the -s or -es addition in regular verb forms?

To form the present simple tense for third person singular Signup and view all the answers

Why do government officials bring gifts to the Andaman and Nicobar Islanders?

To give the islanders food and medicines Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Lieutenant Governor's approach?

To avoid interfering with the way of life of the tribals Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the mainland?

The islands rely heavily on the mainland for most goods Signup and view all the answers

What is the general pattern for verb forms in the present simple tense?

The simple form is used for all subjects except third person singular, which adds -s or -es Signup and view all the answers

What do the tribals do after the officials have dumped the coconuts onto the beach and begin sailing away?

They come forward hesitantly and collect the coconuts Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using expressions like 'To begin with...' or 'In my opinion...'?

To introduce one's opinion or idea Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following expressions is used to show agreement with someone?

I am also in favour of... Signup and view all the answers

What verb form is used in expressions like 'I think we should...' or 'I would suggest that we...'?

Present simple tense Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?

I am sure you will all agree. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using transitional expressions like 'For agreement...' or 'For disagreement...'?

To connect ideas or show relationships between them Signup and view all the answers

What is the verb form used in the expression 'I am in total agreement to what …….said'?

Present perfect tense Signup and view all the answers