Indefinite Pronoun None: None Is or None Are | Subject-Verb Agreement

The video tutorial by Lulu Shaw from the Learning Depot explains the indefinite pronoun 'none', which can be both singular and plural. It covers the rules for subject-verb agreement, providing examples and practice sentences. The video also highlights common errors, such as double negatives and incorrect usage with 'no one' or 'neither'. In formal contexts, 'none' is often used with a singular verb. The tutorial aims to clarify these rules and help viewers use 'none' correctly.

What is a common misconception about the pronoun 'none'?

• It is always plural.

• It cannot be used with mass nouns.

• It is only used in informal speech.

• It is always singular.

When 'none' is used to mean 'not one', what type of verb should it take?

• A future tense verb

• A past tense verb

• A singular verb

• A plural verb

In the sentence 'None of the furniture has arrived', why is 'has' used instead of 'have'?

• Furniture is a countable noun.

• Furniture is a proper noun.

• Furniture is a mass noun.

• Furniture is a plural noun.

Which of the following sentences correctly uses 'none' with a plural verb?

• None of the pies were eaten.

• None of the water were spilled.

• None of the students was present.

• None of the cake were eaten.

What should you use instead of 'none' when comparing two items?

• Either

• Both

• Neither

• Any

Which sentence demonstrates a double negative error?

• The baby didn't eat any of her food.

• The baby ate none of her food.

• The baby ate all of her food.

• The baby didn't eat none of her food.

In formal writing, what is the preferred verb form to use with 'none'?

• Singular verb

• Plural verb

• Past tense verb

• Future tense verb