Subject Verb Agreement
Do the subject and verb agree in this sentence?
Galaxies, far from being randomly scattered
throughout the universe, appears to be distributed
in a series of bubble-shaped patterns.
subject: galaxies
verb: appear
Galaxies, far from being randomly scattered throughout the universe, appear to be distributed in a series of bubble-shaped patterns.
Do the subject and verb agree in this sentence?
The presence of mysterious cave paintings in the
Mississippi Valley have puzzled archaeologists
studying images created by ancient inhabitants of
the region.
subject: presence
verb: has
The presence of mysterious cave paintings in the Mississippi Valley has puzzled archaeologists studying images created by ancient inhabitants of the region.
The Taj Mahal is regarded as one of the eight
wonders of the world. ____ some people believe
that its architectural beauty has never been
surpassed.
1. What type of transition is needed?
a) Continue
b) Contrast
c) Cause-and-effect
2. Which is the best transition?
a) On the other hand,
b) For example,
c) Indeed,
d) However,
continue
Indeed,
The testing procedures of the Food and Drug Administration is an obstacle course which any new drug and its makers must run before the drug is approved for sale to the public.
a) no change
b) are like an obstacle course through which any new drug and its maker must run
c) are an obstacle course run by its makers
d) which must be run as an obstacle course by any new drug
b) are like an obstacle course through which any new drug and its maker must run
What modern-day state did the Pilgrims land on in 1620?
a) Pennsylvania
b) Massachusetts
c) Delaware
b) Massachusetts
Do the subject and verb agree in this sentence?
The expansion of roads and the construction of a
chemical plant has led to a rapid increase in the
number of endangered bird species throughout
the county.
subject: expansion of roads and the construction of a chemical plant
verb: have
The expansion of roads and the construction of a
chemical plant have led to a rapid increase in the number of endangered bird species throughout the county.
Do the subject and verb agree in this sentence?
Working in public relations generally involves
managing the flow of information between a
business or government agency and the general
public.
subject: working
verb: involves
correct as is
Working in public relations generally involves managing the flow of information between a business or government agency and the general public.
Music serves no obvious purpose. It has,
____ played a role in every known civilization
on earth.
1. What type of transition is needed?
a) Continue
b) Contrast
c) Cause-and-effect
2. Which is the best transition?
a) however,
b) therefore,
c) in fact,
d) moreover,
contrast
however
The major areas of medicine in which lasers are effective is in the cutting and closing of blood vessels, and in the destruction of tumors.
a) no change
b) are the cutting and closing of blood vessels, and also the case of destroying tumors
c) are the cutting, closing of blood vessels, and in the destroying of tumors
d) are the cutting and closing of blood vessels; arid the destroying of tumors
d) are the cutting and closing of blood vessels; arid the destroying of tumors
In "The Matrix" Neo is asked to follow which "Alice in Wonderland" character?
a) Cheshire Cat
b) White Rabbit
c) Mad Hatter
b) White Rabbit
Do the subject and verb agree in this sentence?
The works of Chippewa author Louise Erdrich
explores complex familial relationships among
Native Americans as they reflect on issues of
identity and belonging.
subject: works
verb: explore
The works of Chippewa author Louise Erdrich
explore complex familial relationships among Native Americans as they reflect on issues of identity and belonging.
Do the subject and verb agree in this sentence?
In the deepest part of the ocean floor sits the
Mariana Trench and the HMRG Deep, the two lowest
spots that researchers have ever identified on earth.
subject: Mariana Trench and HMRG Deep
verb: sit
In the deepest part of the ocean floor sit the Mariana Trench and the HMRG Deep, the two lowest spots that researchers have ever identified on earth.
Modern technology offers remarkable opportunities
for self-expression and communication. ____
it offers many possibilities for distraction.
1. What type of transition is needed?
a) Continue
b) Contrast
c) Cause-and-effect
2. Which is the best transition?
a) Accordingly,
B) To these ends,
C) For instance,
D) Alternatively,
contrast
Alternatively,
Students who wish to become a doctor (a) must begin planning their (b) studies long before (c) they apply to (d) medical school.
Identify if there is an error.
a)
should be doctors
Which human sense is most closely associated with the bony labyrinth?
a) touch
b) hearing
c) sight
b) hearing
Do the subject and verb agree in this sentence?
Any of the participants in the study is permitted to
withdraw if the medication's side effects become too
severe.
subject: any of the participants
verb: is
correct as is
Any of the participants in the study is permitted to
withdraw if the medication's side effects become too severe.
Do the subject and verb agree in this sentence?
The founding of The Chicago Tribune by friends
James Kelly, John Wheeler, and Joseph Forrest was
prompted by the desire to create a world-class
newspaper in a region lacking in serious
journalism.
subject: founding
verb: was
correct as is
The founding of The Chicago Tribune by friends James Kelly, John Wheeler, and Joseph Forrest was prompted by the desire to create a world-class newspaper in a region lacking in serious journalism.
Modern chemistry keeps insects from ravaging
crops, removes stains, and saves lives. ____
constant exposure to chemicals is taking a toll on
many people's health.
1. What type of transition is needed?
a) Continue
b) Contrast
c) Cause-and-effect
2. Which is the best transition?
a) Moreover,
b) Subsequently,
c) Similarly,
d) However,
contrast
However,
Also allowed (a) by the newer and more liberal investment law was (b) tax shelters, now commonly used only (c) used by people of all classes (d).
Identify if there is an error in this sentence.
b)
should be were
Which scientist was the first to come up with the mercury thermometer?
a) Lord Kelvin
b) Gabriel Fahrenheit
c) Anders Celsius
b) Gabriel Fahrenheit
Do the subject and verb agree is this sentence?
Each of the compositions by jazz musician
Thelonius Monk seem to evoke a self-enclosed world,
one with its own telltale harmonies and rhythms.
subject: each of the compositions
verb: seems
Each of the compositions by jazz musician
Thelonius Monk seems to evoke a self-enclosed world,one with its own telltale harmonies and rhythms.
Are all verbs and subjects in agreement? There are three verbs you need to check.
The study of foreign languages require
considerable effort and time. Having access to the
right tools makes a huge difference as well. What
constitutes the "right" tools, however, changes
based on previous exposure to the language being
learned as well as the personal preferences of the
student.
subject: study
verb: requires
subject: having
verb: makes (correct)
subject: what
verb: changes (correct)
The study of foreign languages requires considerable effort and time. Having access to the right tools makes a huge difference as well. What constitutes the "right" tools, however, changes based on previous exposure to the language being learned as well as the personal preferences of the student.
Skilled managers are in high demand. ____
management professionals with the right
experience and credentials are currently some of
the most sought-after professionals in the world.
1. What type of transition is needed?
a) Continue
b) Contrast
c) Cause-and-effect
2. Which is the best transition?
a) Nevertheless,
b) Indeed,
c) Besides,
d) However,
continue
Indeed,
Manet's work had a profound impact on his contemporaries, including famous Impressionists such as Monet and Renoir.
a) no change
b) Manet's work had profoundly impacted his contemporaries
c) Manet profoundly influenced his contemporaries through his work
d) The work of Manet was profound on his contemporaries in its impact
a)
correct as written
Huge in the '90s, what was "The Rachel"
a) haircut
b) dance fad
c) short-sleeve sweater
a) haircut