T1U1S5 FA REVIEW

FA Review

LNG5 T1 U1 S5​

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Subject-Verb Agreement

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Let's review the FA items.

A. Read the short text carefully. Choose the correct form of the verb that agrees with the underlined subject. 

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Coffee shop in Batanes shows honesty can be good business

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/190761/coffee-shop-in-batanes-shows-honesty-can-be-good-business#ixzz7VcNQz4fr 

(edited for instruction)

Multiple Choice

On a cold morning in 1995, fishermen _ boats in a pier just a few meters away from Elena Gabilo’s house.

• was boarding

• were boarding

Multiple Choice

For these men, drinking hot coffee _ not a priority before heading out to the sea.

• was

• were

Multiple Choice

She thought maybe they would leave some money, but neither coins nor bills _ for the coffee consumed.

• was left

• were left

Multiple Choice

For her, helping people _ rewarding.

• was

• were

Multiple Choice

Later, others _ to the list of food she would leave for them.

• was added

• were added

Multiple Choice

This time, her generosity _ with small bills.

• was repaid

• were repaid

Multiple Choice

Each food and drink _ by the fishermen in small amounts.

• was paid

• were paid

Multiple Choice

The store _ into The Honesty Coffee Shop, which also displays souvenir items for tourists.

• has evolved

• have evolved

Multiple Choice

Everybody _ welcome to take anything, but they have to pay for it before leaving.

• is

• are

Multiple Choice

Elena _ if the right amount is dropped by the customers but she believes that they do.

• does not know

• do not know

Multiple Choice

Every customer and patron _ the amount one thinks is right.

• pays

• pay

Multiple Choice

Nothing _ disregarded.

• is

• are

Multiple Choice

May your tribe increase. Remember, honesty _ the best policy.

• is

• are

Multiple Choice

Elena or the owner _ the successful outcome of the honesty project.

• was not expecting

• were not expecting

Multiple Choice

After a nice meal, everyone _ to pay for the service by dropping cash or coins into a wooden “payment box” at the counter and scribbling down what they bought on a notebook.

• is expected

• are expected

B. Read the sentences carefully. Identify which sentence does not follow correct subject-verb agreement. Then, in the space provided, explain why it is incorrect.

Multiple Choice

B. Read the sentences carefully. Identify which sentence does not follow correct subject-verb agreement. Then, in the space provided, explain why it is incorrect.

• The whole country are impressed with the Honesty Coffee Shop’s achievements.

• The founder of the coffee shop is someone whom we all should admire and follow.

• The Honest Coffee Shop promotes the virtues of generosity, honesty, and community.

Multiple Choice

B. Read the sentences carefully. Identify which sentence does not follow correct subject-verb agreement. Then, in the space provided, explain why it is incorrect.

• Travelers in Batanes look forward to visiting the famous coffee shop.

• Community pantries are probably inspired by the Honesty Coffee Shop.

• The residents of the coastal village is proud to be part of their community.

Multiple Choice

B. Read the sentences carefully. Identify which sentence does not follow correct subject-verb agreement. Then, in the space provided, explain why it is incorrect.

• Kindness make the world a better place.

• Generosity creates a huge impact to society.

• Integrity means doing the right thing even when no one is watching.

Multiple Choice

B. Read the sentences carefully. Identify which sentence does not follow correct subject-verb agreement. Then, in the space provided, explain why it is incorrect.

• Respect is gained when one is honest..

• Eating breakfast improves energy and concentration

• Taking care of others start with taking care of one’s self.

Multiple Choice

B. Read the sentences carefully. Identify which sentence does not follow correct subject-verb agreement. Then, in the space provided, explain why it is incorrect.

• Everything is available for everyone.

• Anybody have the power to change the community.

• Someone still believes that humans are innately good and honest.

Multiple Choice

B. Read the sentences carefully. Identify which sentence does not follow correct subject-verb agreement. Then, in the space provided, explain why it is incorrect.

• Many shows honesty even when no one is watching.

• Few consider to put up their own honesty store. 

• Several smile when they see the cash box at the counter.

 Choose any two subjects from the list below. Supply complete and appropriate predicates to create meaningful sentences. Remember to follow the SVA rules and other conventions of writing. (2 items, 2 marks each)

Open Ended

Choose any 2 and write 1 sentence each.

1. Either the children or the fishermen 

2. Neither the owner nor the caretaker 

3. No community member and tourist 

4. Every food and beverage 

5. Any coin and bill 

6. Each native and visitor

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