IELTS Tips for using Tricky Collective Nouns like Plethora, Myriad and Multitude

Aubrey Carter explains subject-verb agreement for collective nouns, focusing on when to treat them as singular or plural based on context. The video also covers tricky vocabulary words like plethora, myriad, and multitude, providing guidance on their correct usage. The tutorial emphasizes the evolving nature of language and offers tips for handling collective nouns in sentences.

When should a collective noun be treated as singular?

• When referring to the group as a whole

• When the noun is plural

• When referring to individual members

• When the noun is singular

What is a useful tip for ensuring correct verb agreement with collective nouns?

• Use plural verbs only

• Always use singular verbs

• Add 'members of' to force a plural verb

• Ignore the context

Which of the following is true about the word 'plethora'?

• It is similar to abundance

• It is a plural noun

• It means a small amount

• It requires a plural verb

How should 'myriad' be used in terms of verb agreement?

• With no verb

• With either singular or plural verb

• With a plural verb

• With a singular verb

What is the correct verb agreement for 'multitude'?

• Depends on the context

• No verb needed

• Always plural

• Always singular