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When subjects are connected by 'either/or', how should the verb be determined?
When subjects are connected by 'either/or', how should the verb be determined?
Indefinite pronouns such as 'everybody' typically take plural verbs.
Indefinite pronouns such as 'everybody' typically take plural verbs.
False
What verb form do collective nouns typically take?
What verb form do collective nouns typically take?
singular
The class of students _____ attending the seminar.
The class of students _____ attending the seminar.
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Match the following subjects with their correct verb form:
Match the following subjects with their correct verb form:
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Which sentence correctly follows the subject-verb agreement rules?
Which sentence correctly follows the subject-verb agreement rules?
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The sentence 'Fried chicken and rice is my guest’s favourite dish' follows the subject-verb agreement rules.
The sentence 'Fried chicken and rice is my guest’s favourite dish' follows the subject-verb agreement rules.
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What type of verb is required when subjects are joined by 'and'?
What type of verb is required when subjects are joined by 'and'?
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If each of the students _______ responsible, then the project will succeed.
If each of the students _______ responsible, then the project will succeed.
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Match the types of subjects with their corresponding verb agreement rule.
Match the types of subjects with their corresponding verb agreement rule.
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Identify the sentence that demonstrates correct usage of verb form with a prepositional phrase.
Identify the sentence that demonstrates correct usage of verb form with a prepositional phrase.
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When a sentence starts with 'there,' the subject always comes before the verb.
When a sentence starts with 'there,' the subject always comes before the verb.
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The team of players _______ to practice every Saturday.
The team of players _______ to practice every Saturday.
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Study Notes
Subject-Verb Agreement Rules
- Subjects and verbs must agree in number: plural subjects take plural verbs, and singular subjects take singular verbs.
- Words between the subject and verb do not affect agreement (e.g., "The places that I could recommend...").
- Prepositional phrases do not influence subject-verb agreement (e.g., "The flight attendant above the stairs...").
- In sentences starting with "there" or "here," the subject follows the verb, requiring careful identification (e.g., "There is the windmill.").
Identifying Subjects and Verbs
- Subjects may not be immediately before verbs in questions, necessitating accurate identification (e.g., "Where are our guests?").
- When two subjects are joined by "and," they usually require a plural verb (e.g., "The guest and the President stay...").
- If two subjects joined by "and" refer to the same entity, a singular verb is used (e.g., "Fried chicken and rice is...").
Using Quantifiers and Connectives
- When preceded by "each," "every," or "no," use singular verbs (e.g., "No visitor is allowed...").
- For singular subjects connected by "or," "nor," or similar, a singular verb is used (e.g., "Cape Bojeador or Pangil Beach Resort is...").
- The object of prepositions can influence verb forms when subjects include some, half, none, etc. (e.g., "All of the menu is gone...").
Measurement and Collective Nouns
- Singular verb forms are used for units of measurement (e.g., "Four quarts of oil was required...").
- When plural subjects are connected by "or," "nor," or similar, a plural verb is used (e.g., "Dogs and cats are both available...").
Indefinite Pronouns and Gerunds
- Indefinite pronouns generally take singular verbs (e.g., "Everybody wants to...").
- Certain pronouns always require plural verbs (e.g., "Few were left alive...").
- Compound subjects with "and" take plural verbs (e.g., "To walk and to chew gum require...").
Collective Nouns and Titles
- Collective nouns like "herd" or "class" typically take singular verb forms (e.g., "The BS Tourism class is attending...").
- Titles of works (books, movies) are treated as singular and take singular verbs (e.g., "The 'Ang Panday 2' is a movie...").
Final Reminder
- Only the subject influences the verb; disregard other elements in the sentence structure.
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Test your understanding of subject-verb agreement rules with this quiz. Explore how subjects and verbs must match in number, the influence of prepositional phrases, and special cases like questions and connectives. Enhance your grammar skills and ensure clarity in your writing.
