For each of the following sentences, choose the correct verb in parentheses, and write it on your paper.

Question

1. Many of the ships that crossed the Atlantic Ocean during World War II (was, were) filled with supplies.
2. Most of the vessels (was, were) carrying vital supplies from the United States to Great Britain.
3. Everyone (hopes, hope) that the ships get to their destination safely.
4. Several (is, are) sunk by German submarines, called U-boats.
5. Some (reaches, reach) Britain to deliver their cargoes.

My answers to these questions are the following:
1. were
2. were
3. hopes
4. are
5. reach

Answer 1

All are right. :-)