Strunk Rules 9a-10a

Front

What is the rule for subject-verb agreement when using 'none'?

Back

The verb should agree with the noun that follows 'none'. If 'none' refers to a plural noun, use 'are'; if it refers to a singular noun, use 'is'. Example: 'None of the students are here.' vs 'None of the cake is left.'

Front

When should 'was' be used instead of 'were' in a sentence?

Back

Use 'was' when the subject is singular or when the subject is a collective noun treated as a single unit. Example: 'The team was winning.'

Front

What is the difference between 'who' and 'whom'?

Back

'Who' is used as a subject, while 'whom' is used as an object in a sentence. Example: 'Who is coming to the party?' vs 'To whom should I address the letter?'

Front

How do you determine whether to use 'is' or 'are' with collective nouns?

Back

Use 'is' when the collective noun is acting as a single unit and 'are' when emphasizing the individuals within the group. Example: 'The committee is meeting.' vs 'The committee are divided in their opinions.'

Front

What is the subject-verb agreement rule for 'none of'?

Back

The verb should agree with the noun that follows 'none of'. If the noun is plural, use 'are'; if it is singular, use 'is'. Example: 'None of the cookies are left.' vs 'None of the milk is spoiled.'

Front

What is a collective noun?

Back

A collective noun refers to a group of individuals or things considered as a single unit. Examples include 'team', 'flock', and 'family'.

Front

What is the correct verb form for 'the headquarters'?

Back

'Headquarters' is a plural noun, so it takes the verb 'are' when referring to multiple locations or entities. Example: 'The headquarters are located in New York.'

Front

What is the rule for using 'together with' in a sentence?

Back

When 'together with' is used, the verb should agree with the first subject. Example: 'The teacher, together with the students, is going on a trip.'

Front

What is the function of a subject in a sentence?

Back

The subject of a sentence is the person, place, thing, or idea that is doing or being something. It typically performs the action of the verb.

Front

What is the difference between a singular and plural subject?

Back

A singular subject refers to one person or thing, while a plural subject refers to more than one. Example: 'The dog barks.' (singular) vs 'The dogs bark.' (plural).