Mastering Subject Verb Agreement

What is subject-verb agreement?

• When a verb agrees with the subject in number and person.

• The study of verbs only.

• A rule that verbs must always end in 's'.

• Matching subjects with objects.

How does a singular subject typically affect the verb form?

• It changes the verb to past tense.

• It requires a verb ending in 's'.

• It has no effect on the verb.

• It requires a plural verb.

What is an example of a plural verb?

• Jumps

• Take

• Runs

• Watches

Which of the following is a singular subject?

• They

• Dogs

• Thomas

• Cats and dogs

What does the video explanation primarily focus on?

• Advanced verb tenses

• Pronoun-antecedent agreement

• Subject-verb agreement rules

• Irregular verb forms

How should you choose the correct verb form when the subject is connected by 'or' or 'nor'?

• Choose based on the closest subject to the verb.

• Use a verb in past tense.

• Always use a plural verb.

• Use a singular verb.

What is a collective noun?

• A noun that always requires a plural verb.

• A noun that cannot be counted.

• A noun that refers to a group but is treated as singular.

• A special kind of verb.

Which pronoun always requires a singular verb?

• They

• All

• Someone

• We

Which sentence demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?

• The team are winning.

• One of my friends is trying out for the team.

• She are a good friend.

• The books is on the table.

What should you do if you're unsure about subject-verb agreement in a sentence?

• Change the subject to plural.

• Guess the correct form.

• Use a plural verb just in case.

• Circle the subject and verb to clarify.