Understanding Subject-Verb Agreement

What is the primary goal of subject-verb agreement?

• To always use the plural form of verbs

• To ensure the subject and verb are in different numbers

• To make sure the subject and verb match in number and person

• To use as many complex words as possible

What does subject-verb agreement ensure in a sentence?

• Vocabulary variety

• Length

• Complexity

• Grammatical correctness

Why is subject-verb agreement considered an art in grammar?

• Because it involves making sentence parts connect correctly

• Because it's about matching styles

• Because it requires creative thinking

• Because it's based on personal preference

Why is the third person singular form considered peculiar?

• It never uses an 's' at the end

• It always uses the plural form of the verb

• It typically ends with an 's' in the verb form

• It is identical to the first person singular form

Which form of the verb is used with a singular third person subject?

• Past tense

• Base form

• Singular with 's'

• Plural form

How should you determine if a verb should end in 's'?

• Use 's' for plural subjects

• Always add 's' to every verb

• Determine if the subject is third person singular

• Check if the subject is in the first person plural

How can you identify the correct verb form for 'I'?

• Use the third person singular form

• There is no specific rule

• Use the singular form without 's'

• Always use the plural form

What should you do if unsure about the verb form to use?

• Determine the subject's number and person

• Consult a dictionary for every verb

• Guess based on the length of the sentence

• Always choose the plural form

Which pronouns typically require a verb ending in 's'?

• First person plural

• Third person singular

• Second person

• First person singular

What is a key characteristic of indefinite pronouns in terms of verb agreement?

• They are considered third person singular

• They do not follow standard agreement rules

• They require a verb ending in 'ing'

• They always take the plural form of the verb