Subject-Verb Agreement: Let’s Get Along

Mr. Griot introduces language arts skills focusing on subject-verb agreement. He explains the concepts of subjects and verbs, providing examples of singular and plural forms. Mr. Griot participates in a game show, 'Let's Get Along,' where he answers questions to ensure subjects and verbs agree. He successfully completes the challenge and wins a prize, emphasizing the importance of subject-verb agreement in sentences.

What is the role of a verb in a sentence?

• It is an adjective that modifies the subject.

• It describes the subject.

• It is a noun that names the subject.

• It is an action word that tells what the subject does.

Which of the following is a singular verb?

• Throw

• Freezes

• Skate

• Slide

In the sentence 'The friends ride sleds in the snow,' what is the correct form of the verb?

• Ridden

• Rides

• Ride

• Riding

Which sentence correctly uses a singular subject and verb?

• The dogs barks loudly.

• The cat chase the mouse.

• The children plays in the park.

• The bird sings beautifully.

What is the correct verb form in the sentence: 'Tony want or wants hot cocoa when he comes inside'?

• Want

• Wants

• Wanted

• Wanting

In the sentence 'Noah and Sydney throw snowballs at each other,' what is the correct form of the verb?

• Thrown

• Throw

• Throws

• Throwing

What prize did Mr. Griot win for correctly answering all questions?

• A trophy

• A vacation trip

• A brand new car

• A new coat