PSAT Grammar Challenge

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What is the correct verb form when using 'as well as' in a sentence?

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The verb should agree with the subject that is closest to it. For example, 'The kangaroos, as well as one wombat, are trying to escape the bush fire.'

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How do you determine the correct verb form when the subject is a collective noun?

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Collective nouns can be singular or plural depending on whether the group acts as a single unit or as individuals. For example, 'The speed of the kangaroos is ultimately what saved them from the fire.'

Front

What punctuation is needed before a quotation in a sentence?

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A colon is typically used before a quotation, as in 'to war: “We shall return victorious!”'

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What is the correct verb form for the subject 'each'?

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The verb should be singular. For example, 'Each of the students was given a bottle of hand sanitizer yesterday.'

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How do you determine the correct verb form when using 'neither/nor'?

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The verb should agree with the subject that is closest to it. For example, 'Neither the faculty nor the students are allowed in the building.'

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What is the rule for subject-verb agreement with compound subjects joined by 'and'?

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When subjects are joined by 'and', the verb is usually plural. For example, 'The cat and the dog are friends.'

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What is the rule for subject-verb agreement with subjects joined by 'or' or 'nor'?

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The verb should agree with the subject that is closest to it. For example, 'Either the teacher or the students are responsible for the project.'

Front

What is the difference between 'is' and 'are' in terms of subject-verb agreement?

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'Is' is used with singular subjects, while 'are' is used with plural subjects. For example, 'The dog is barking' vs. 'The dogs are barking.'

Front

What is a common error when using 'none' as a subject?

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'None' can be singular or plural depending on the context. For example, 'None of the cake is left' (singular) vs. 'None of the cookies are left' (plural).

Front

What is the correct way to punctuate a sentence with a direct quote?

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Use a comma before the quote if it is preceded by a statement. For example, 'He said, “I will be there soon.”'