Mastering Subject-Verb Agreement in Syntax

The video tutorial explains the concept of subject-verb agreement, emphasizing the importance of matching the subject and verb in number. It provides examples to illustrate singular and plural forms, particularly focusing on the third person singular verbs that end in 's'. The tutorial also covers how to identify subjects and verbs in sentences and discusses the agreement rules for indefinite pronouns.

What is the primary goal of subject-verb agreement?

• To always use the plural form of verbs

• To ensure the subject and verb are in different numbers

• To make sure the subject and verb match in number and person

• To use as many complex words as possible

What does subject-verb agreement ensure in a sentence?

• Vocabulary variety

• Length

• Complexity

• Grammatical correctness

Why is subject-verb agreement considered an art in grammar?

• Because it involves making sentence parts connect correctly

• Because it's about matching styles

• Because it requires creative thinking

• Because it's based on personal preference

Why is the third person singular form considered peculiar?

• It never uses an 's' at the end

• It always uses the plural form of the verb

• It typically ends with an 's' in the verb form

• It is identical to the first person singular form

Which form of the verb is used with a singular third person subject?

• Past tense

• Base form

• Singular with 's'

• Plural form

How should you determine if a verb should end in 's'?

• Use 's' for plural subjects

• Always add 's' to every verb

• Determine if the subject is third person singular

• Check if the subject is in the first person plural

How can you identify the correct verb form for 'I'?

• Use the third person singular form

• There is no specific rule

• Use the singular form without 's'

• Always use the plural form

What should you do if unsure about the verb form to use?

• Determine the subject's number and person

• Consult a dictionary for every verb

• Guess based on the length of the sentence

• Always choose the plural form

Which pronouns typically require a verb ending in 's'?

• First person plural

• Third person singular

• Second person

• First person singular

What is a key characteristic of indefinite pronouns in terms of verb agreement?

• They are considered third person singular

• They do not follow standard agreement rules

• They require a verb ending in 'ing'

• They always take the plural form of the verb