i want to study "grammar" for the new "SAT" or "parallelism" "subject verb agreement" Flashcards
What is the definition of subject-verb agreement?
Subject-verb agreement means that the subject and verb in a sentence must agree in number, meaning both must be singular or both must be plural.
True or False: A singular subject takes a plural verb.
False
Fill in the blank: In the sentence ‘The dog ____ barking,’ the correct verb form is _____.
is
What is parallelism in grammar?
Parallelism is the use of similar structures in two or more clauses or sentences to create balance and clarity.
Choose the correct form: ‘Neither the teacher nor the students _____ ready for the exam.’
are
True or False: Collective nouns always take a singular verb.
False
What is an example of a collective noun?
Team, group, committee
Fill in the blank: ‘Each of the players ____ a chance to win.’ The correct verb form is _____.
has
What is the rule for subject-verb agreement when using ‘either/or’ or ‘neither/nor’?
The verb agrees with the noun closest to it.
True or False: ‘Everyone are invited to the party.’ is grammatically correct.
False
Complete the sentence: ‘The committee _____ (decide) on the new policy.’ The correct verb form is _____.
decides
What is the primary purpose of using parallel structure in writing?
To improve clarity and readability.
Identify the error: ‘She likes dancing, to swim, and biking.’
The items in the list should be parallel: ‘She likes dancing, swimming, and biking.’
Fill in the blank: ‘The flock of birds ____ flying south for the winter.’ The correct verb form is _____.
is
What is the correct verb form for this sentence: ‘A bouquet of flowers ____ on the table.’?
is
True or False: ‘The data is conclusive.’ is an example of subject-verb agreement.
True
What is an example of incorrect parallelism?
‘He enjoys reading, to jog, and swimming.’
Choose the correct form: ‘Neither the cat nor the dogs _____ in the yard.’
are
What should you ensure when writing lists in a sentence?
All items should be in the same grammatical form.
Fill in the blank: ‘Each student must turn in _____ assignment by Friday.’
his or her
Choose the correct sentence: ‘The books on the shelf is new.’ or ‘The books on the shelf are new.’
The books on the shelf are new.
True or False: ‘The committee have made their decision.’ is grammatically correct.
False
What is the correct form of the verb in this sentence: ‘The team _____ winning the championship.’?
is
Complete the sentence: ‘The teacher, along with her students, _____ going on a field trip.’ The correct verb form is _____.
is
True or False: ‘Many a student have passed the exam.’ is correct.
False
Identify the error: ‘He likes to run, swimming, and to bike.’
Inconsistent forms; should be ‘He likes to run, to swim, and to bike.’
What is an example of proper parallel structure?
‘She likes reading, writing, and dancing.’
Fill in the blank: ‘None of the information ____ accurate.’ The correct verb form is _____.
is
What verb form should be used with the subject ‘a pair of shoes’?
is
True or False: ‘The jury have reached a verdict.’ is correct.
False
Choose the correct form: ‘Each of the players _____ their own jersey.’
has
