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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.
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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.
Changes for the new and improved SAT (is/are) going to be implemented soon.
are
All of the dogs in the neighborhood ________ (Were/was) barking.
were
The heavy rain, accompanied by high winds and occasional hail, (forces - force) the cancellation of the outdoor festival.
forces
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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.
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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.
On my forehead (reside/resides) five unsightly pimples.
reside
The women dancers _______ ( wear, wears) swirling skirts and brilliant colors.
wear
The team (is - are) playing their best game of the season.
is
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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.
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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.
Eating Hot Cheetos is fun, but less fun (is/are) its consequences.
are
Others _____ (has, have) seen them in San Antonio, Texas.
have
The vintage collection of rare vinyl records (has - have) been appraised at over ten thousand dollars.
has
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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.
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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.
Ongoing research by several scientists (indicate/indicates) that regular periods of medication reduce blood pressure.
indicates
Either Caleb or Kevin ________ (was/were) asked to give the speech.
was
The complex nuances of the negotiator's strategy, which (includes - include) several hidden clauses, are often overlooked by the opposing party.
include
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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.
Extremely careful analysis of handwriting samples (show/shows) that creative people are more likely to write (C) rounded letters.
shows
"Neither of the boys ___ ready for the test."
A) is
B) are
A) is
Either the teacher or the students ___ responsible for the project."
A) is
B) are
B) are