Question

The basic rule is that a singular subject takes a singular verb while a plural subject takes a plural verb.

Example- John (is, are) going to the mall after school today.
Answer- is

Directions: Read each sentence and choose the correct verb in parenthesis, then submit your work for grading.

1. The players (are, is) going to the pizza restaurant after today’s game.
2. Jane (were, was) going to go with the team but she had chores to do.
3. Stephen (is, are) one of the best players on the team.
4. The coach (was, were) very excited that the team won the tournament.
5. They (is, are) one of the highest scoring teams in the league.
6. My best friend (were, was) there when I arrived.
7. Where (do, does) your parents live?
8. Alex (has, have) two older brothers who play baseball as well.

9. Each teammate (have, has) a trophy to take home now.
10. Making the pizza (are, is) a lot of work.
11. The team (have, has) only one last season left.
12. Derek (are, is) one of the smartest players on the team.
13. The coach (agrees, agree) that I should practice more in the off-season.
14. How (does, do) you feel about coming off the bench next year?

15. (Is, Were) you planning on going to the party

Answer 1

1. are
2. was
3. is
4. was
5. are
6. was
7. do
8. has
9. has
10. is
11. has
12. is
13. agrees
14. do
15. Were