Subject-Verb Agreement

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What is Subject-Verb Agreement?

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Subject-Verb Agreement is the grammatical rule that the subject of a sentence must agree in number (singular or plural) with its verb.

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When should you use a singular verb?

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Use a singular verb when the subject is singular, meaning it refers to one person, place, thing, or idea.

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When should you use a plural verb?

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Use a plural verb when the subject is plural, meaning it refers to more than one person, place, thing, or idea.

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What is the rule for compound subjects joined by 'and'?

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When two subjects are joined by 'and', they typically require a plural verb.

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What is the rule for compound subjects joined by 'or' or 'nor'?

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When subjects are joined by 'or' or 'nor', the verb should agree with the subject closest to it.

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Example of a singular subject with a singular verb.

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The cat runs fast.

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Example of a plural subject with a plural verb.

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The dogs bark loudly.

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What is an example of a compound subject requiring a plural verb?

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Tom and Jerry are friends.

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What is an example of a compound subject with 'or' requiring a singular verb?

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Either the teacher or the student has the answer.

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What is an example of a subject with a collective noun?

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The team is winning.