Asked by Anonymous

Is this sentence correct?

My family (my mom, dad, and I) was going on a trip.


I think it is correct, because family is singular?
Answered by Writeacher
If you want to use "was," make sure you take all the stuff in parentheses out.

Or else take "My family" out, make the words in parentheses be the subject, and use "were."
Answered by Anonymous
If I want to keep everything the same, do I use "were?"
Answered by Writeacher
No, it'd just be a VERY awkward sentence. I'd choose one way or the other. Using words in parentheses in the middle of a sentence -- especially between the subject and the verb -- is a very poor idea.
Answered by Anonymous
Oh, okay. I'll change the sentence, and keep the tip in mind. Thank you!
Answered by Writeacher
You're welcome.