Understanding Singular and Plural Subjects and Verbs

The video tutorial explains the importance of subject-verb agreement in sentences. It uses the example of light emitted by car headlights to illustrate how to identify the subject and determine whether it is singular or plural. The tutorial emphasizes the need for the verb to match the subject in number, correcting the common mistake of using a plural verb with a singular subject.

What is the primary function of high-intensity-discharge car headlights?

• To illuminate the road during the day

• To reduce fuel consumption

• To activate reflective paints on road markers

• To enhance the car's appearance

What is the main subject in the sentence discussed in the video?

• Car headlights

• The light emitted

• Reflective paints

• High-intensity-discharge

Why might someone mistakenly think the subject is plural?

• Because 'car' is a plural noun

• Because 'paints' is mentioned

• Because 'headlights' is mentioned

• Because 'light' is a plural noun

What does the phrase 'emitted by high-intensity-discharge car headlights' describe?

• The type of car

• The type of light

• The type of paint

• The type of road

What is the correct verb form to use with the singular subject 'light'?

• Are

• Were

• Be

• Is

What is the purpose of identifying the subject in a sentence?

• To decide the sentence tone

• To determine the sentence length

• To ensure correct subject-verb agreement

• To find the sentence's main idea

What is the error identified in the sentence?

• Using 'is' instead of 'are'

• Using 'be' instead of 'is'

• Using 'are' instead of 'is'

• Using 'was' instead of 'were'

What does the video suggest doing to test if the verb sounds correct?

• Ignore the verb

• Ignore the descriptive part

• Ignore the entire sentence

• Ignore the subject

What is the result of using a plural verb with a singular subject?

• The sentence becomes more formal

• The sentence becomes longer

• The sentence becomes incorrect

• The sentence becomes more descriptive

What is the final correction made to the sentence in the video?

• Changing 'was' to 'were'

• Changing 'is' to 'are'

• Changing 'be' to 'is'

• Changing 'are' to 'is'