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SV Agreement Practice Quiz

Ace your quiz with real agreement questions

Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: Grade 6
Study OutcomesCheat Sheet
Colorful paper art promoting a Subject-Verb Showdown trivia quiz for high school students.

Choose the correct verb to complete the sentence: 'The dog ____ in the yard.'
runs
running
ran
run
The subject 'dog' is singular, so the verb must be in the singular form 'runs' to agree with it. Other options either indicate incorrect plurality or tense.
Fill in the blank: 'The bird _____ in the sky.'
flied
flying
fly
flies
Since 'bird' is a singular noun, it requires the singular verb form 'flies'. The other options do not adhere to proper subject-verb agreement.
Choose the correct word to complete: 'My friend _____ soccer on weekends.'
plays
played
play
playing
The singular subject 'friend' requires the verb form 'plays' to correctly match in number. The other options fail to demonstrate proper subject-verb agreement.
Select the proper verb form: 'It _____ raining heavily.'
be
are
is
been
The subject 'it' is singular, so the correct verb is 'is.' Other choices do not conform to standard subject-verb agreement rules.
Fill in the blank with the correct verb: 'The baby _____ asleep.'
being
be
are
is
The noun 'baby' is singular and requires the singular verb 'is' to maintain subject-verb agreement. The other forms are grammatically incorrect.
Choose the correct verb: 'The teacher and the student _____ working on the project together.'
is
are
be
am
The compound subject 'the teacher and the student' is plural, so the correct verb form is 'are.' Other options do not reflect the combined plural subject.
Fill in the blank: 'Either the principal or the teachers _____ in the auditorium.'
are
were
is
was
With subjects connected by 'either/or,' the verb agrees with the subject closest to it. Here, 'teachers' is plural so 'are' is the correct form.
Fill in the blank: 'Neither my brother nor my friends _____ going to the party.'
is
were
be
are
In a 'neither/nor' structure, the verb should agree with the subject closest to it. 'Friends' is plural, which requires 'are' as the correct verb form.
Fill in the blank: 'The team _____ winning its games this season.'
was
are
were
is
The collective noun 'team' is treated as singular when referring to a single unit, so the verb 'is' is used. Other options incorrectly suggest a plural entity.
Fill in the blank: 'Each of the students _____ responsible for completing the assignment.'
are
am
is
be
When 'each' is the subject, it requires a singular verb form. Here, 'is' correctly agrees with the singular notion of 'each,' while the other options do not.
Fill in the blank: 'The bouquet of roses _____ on the table.'
sit
sits
sitting
sat
The real subject is 'bouquet,' which is singular, making 'sits' the correct verb choice. The phrase 'of roses' serves as a modifier and does not affect the verb form.
Fill in the blank: 'There _____ many reasons for choosing this plan.'
were
is
are
was
In 'there' sentences, the verb agrees with the actual subject that follows. 'Reasons' is plural, so the correct verb form is 'are.'
Fill in the blank: 'The number of errors _____ alarming.'
was
are
is
were
Although 'errors' is plural, the subject of the sentence is 'number,' which is singular, requiring the verb 'is.' Other options incorrectly match the plural form.
Fill in the blank: 'On the wall _____ a painting.'
hang
hung
hanging
hangs
The sentence is inverted, but the subject 'a painting' is singular, so the verb must be in the singular form 'hangs.' The other choices do not agree with the subject.
Fill in the blank: 'Not only the teacher but also the students _____ excited about the project.'
are
is
were
was
In constructions using 'not only... but also,' the verb agrees with the subject closer to it. 'Students' is plural, making 'are' the correct verb form.
Fill in the blank: 'A list of symptoms _____ available on the website.'
are
is
be
were
The subject of the sentence is 'list,' which is singular, so the verb must be 'is.' The following phrase 'of symptoms' does not change the number agreement.
Fill in the blank: 'The jury _____ still deliberating in the courtroom.'
was
were
are
is
In this sentence, 'jury' is treated as a single collective entity and therefore requires the singular verb 'is.' The other options incorrectly imply a plural subject or incorrect tense.
Fill in the blank: 'No one except the principal _____ informed about the schedule change.'
having
has
have
had
The subject 'no one' is singular, so it requires the singular verb 'has.' The phrase 'except the principal' does not alter the number of the subject.
Fill in the blank: 'The bouquet, along with the roses, _____ stunning.'
are
be
were
is
The main subject 'bouquet' is singular, and the additional phrase 'along with the roses' does not change this, so the correct verb is 'is.' The other alternatives do not properly match the singular subject.
Fill in the blank: 'The book, as well as the pen, _____ on the table.'
is
were
was
are
The phrase 'as well as the pen' is a supplementary detail; the main subject 'the book' remains singular, so the verb must be 'is.' Other choices suggest an incorrect plural or wrong tense.
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Study Outcomes

  1. Identify subject-verb relationships within complex sentences.
  2. Apply subject-verb agreement rules to correct common errors.
  3. Analyze sentence structures to pinpoint grammatical discrepancies.
  4. Construct sentences that demonstrate accurate subject-verb alignment.
  5. Evaluate the clarity of written sentences through correct subject-verb usage.

SV Agreement Cheat Sheet

  1. Choose Verb Based on Proximity for "Or"/"Nor" - When two singular subjects are linked by "or" or "nor," pick the verb that agrees with the subject nearest to it. For example, "Neither the teacher nor the students want to eliminate the school's recycling program." Mastering this rule will help you avoid those sneaky agreement errors! Read the UAGC Writing Center Guide
  2. Treat Collective Nouns as Singular - Collective nouns like "team," "family," or "committee" act as single units and take singular verbs. For instance, "The team runs during practice," not "The team run." Think of the group as one big machine working together! Visit the Purdue OWL on Subject‑Verb Agreement
  3. Keep Indefinite Pronouns Singular - Words such as "everyone," "each," and "somebody" always count as one and need singular verbs. For example, "Everyone knows Mr. Jones," never "Everyone know Mr. Jones." This simple tip will keep your sentences shining! Check Purdue OWL's Pronoun Guide
  4. Use Plural Verbs with Subjects Joined by "And" - When two or more nouns are connected by "and," you usually need a plural verb. For example, "She and I run every day," not "She and I runs." Embrace teamwork in grammar just as much as in life! Explore Touro's Agreement Tutorial
  5. Ignore Prepositional Phrases for Agreement - If a subject is followed by a prepositional phrase, the verb must agree with the main subject, not the object of the phrase. For instance, "One of the boxes is open," even though "boxes" is plural. Don't let those extra words distract you! Learn More at Purdue OWL
  6. Treat Titles and Names as Singular - Even if a title or organization ends in "s," it usually takes a singular verb: "The Whole Foods Market chain specializes in natural products," not "specialize." Think of the title as one brand or work. See UAGC's Tips on Titles
  7. Handle Singular Nouns Ending in "S" - Words like "news," "mathematics," or "physics" look plural but behave singularly. For example, "The news is on at six," not "are on." Keep your verb cozy with that lone subject! Visit Purdue OWL for Details
  8. Match "There Is/Are" to the True Subject - In sentences starting with "there is" or "there are," the verb agrees with the noun that follows. Example: "There are many questions," not "is many questions." Spot the real subject to nail it every time! Check Purdue OWL's Guide
  9. Keep Singular with "As Well As" and "Along With" - When a singular subject is followed by phrases like "as well as" or "along with," the verb stays singular. For instance, "The President, accompanied by his wife, is traveling to India." Don't get fooled by the extra guests! Read More at Purdue OWL
  10. Let the Whole Decide with Fractions - With fractions, the verb agrees with the noun after "of." For example, "One‑fourth of the books are gone," but "Two‑thirds of the cake is eaten." Focus on the real subject - the part you're counting! Explore Touro's Fraction Rules
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