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Definition of field trip noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

• We went on a geology field trip.
• Delegates at the conference were taken on field trips to see the devastation.

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field trip ( plural field trips )

• 2013 , Eileen M. Jones, Letters From Nigeria: Experiences of a Peace Corps Volunteer , page 94 : As I wrote we have a field trip scheduled (starting in about 1 hour to be exact since it's now 6 AM). We will take 72 of the second years to the coal mines, asbestos factory, steel mills in Enugu then up to Nnsuka.

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• break-journey
• circumnavigation

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a trip by students to gain firsthand knowledge away from the classroom, as to a museum, factory, geological area, or environment of certain plants and animals.

a trip by a scholar or researcher to gather data firsthand, as to a geological, archaeological, anthropological, or other site.

Origin of field trip

Words nearby field trip.

• Fields, W. C.
• field theory
• field trial
• field winding

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How to use field trip in a sentence

Ali, who works with younger students in the program, recalls a field trip in which the children asked for ice cream.

They have already planned field trips to local parks and ordered biology labs.

Even a recent outing to a retail store was a thrilling field trip for the family, he says.

While I would like to think I chose the latter out of self-reflection and an aversion to the status quo, I think the decision was more about the promise of having less homework and more field trips.

He plans to use the winnings to pay off some of his student loans and help pay for supplies and field trips for his students.

“The highlight was a school field trip that came specially to see Bach in the Subways who were perfectly behaved,” he says.

Standing in the dark, I felt lost, like the time I wandered off by myself on a second-grade field trip to the history museum.

When I was in junior high, our 8th grade class took a field trip to Florida.

Not to be missed: Chris Farley as the angry bus driver taking the kids on a field trip .

Shandee, a student on a geology field trip , finds a disembodied—but talkative—arm in a quarry.

On a field trip he had undertaken as a student, the young engineer inadvertently stumbled across a treasure in manganese.

field trip planned to show that insects feed upon plants; make their homes upon plants.

If possible let the children take a field trip in connection with these lessons.

Other modifications of these forms may easily be found on any field trip .

At least one field trip must be planned for the month of May.

How To Spell field trip ?

How to pronounce field trip.

Correct pronunciation for the word "field trip" is [fˈiːld tɹˈɪp], [fˈiːld tɹˈɪp], [f_ˈiː_l_d t_ɹ_ˈɪ_p].

What are the misspellings for field trip?

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What is the adjective for field trip?

The adjective form of the word "field trip" is "field-trip" .

Usage over time for field trip:

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What is the plural form of field trip?

The plural form of the word "field trip" is "field trips".

What is the singular form of field trip?

The singular form of the word "field trip" remains the same: "field trip".

Synonyms for Field trip:

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• field the question
• field theory
• field thistle
• field trial
• field vision
• field wagon
• field winding
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Subject Verb Agreement Exercises

Subject Verb Agreement Exercises are practice activities designed to strengthen students’ grammar base. These Subject Verb Agreement Exercises are practice tasks that aim to help students understand and test their knowledge of how subjects and verbs should match or agree in sentences.

What is a Subject Verb Agreement?

Subject Verb Agreement refers to the grammatical rule that dictates the necessity for a subject and verb to be in agreement concerning their number and person.

Practice Subject Verb Agreement Exercises

These exercises typically involve providing sentences with missing or incorrect verbs, and the task is to identify the correct verb form that matches the subject in number ( singular or plural ).

Practicing these exercises can improve one’s ability to construct grammatically correct sentences by ensuring that subjects and verbs agree appropriately.

Basics Subject Verb Agreement Exercises

Understanding the concepts in Basics Subject Verb Agreement Exercises is crucial, but beginners often start with Simple Subject Verb Agreement Exercises to build their confidence in English grammar.

Hints: When the subjects are in the singular form, the verbs will also be in the singular.

Exercise 1:

Choose the correct word from the brackets according to Subject Verb Agreement Rules.

(a) People __________(is/are) fun loving.

( b) Hira __________(was/were) present that day.

(c) My father __________ ( read/reads) book every day.

(d) She __________ (sing/sings) well.

(e) I __________ (play/plays) in the field.

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Subject Verb Agreement Exercise 2:

Choose the correct word from the brackets according to Subject Verb Agreement Rules. Hints are given.

Hints: When the subject consists of two or more nouns or pronouns joined by ‘ and ‘, the verb and pronoun will be in the  plural number

(a) Hira and Manik __________ (push/pushes) the log. 

(b) The players __________ (assemble/assembles) in the dressing room.

(c) I and my friend  __________ (plan/plans) to visit the zoo.

(d) These stones __________ (have/has) rough surfaces.

(e) Elephants __________ (are/is) big in size.

Subject Verb Agreement Exercise 3:

Identify whether the following sentences have correct subject-verb agreement (SVA) or if there is an error, correct it.

(a) She like pizza.

(b) The children is playing in the park.

(c) The cat and the dog is chasing each other.

(d) Every student in the class have completed the assignment.

(e) The news are always interesting.

Exercise 4:

Hints: Indefinite Pronouns – everybody, somebody, nobody, anybody, anyone, and none take singular verbs.

(a) Everybody (enjoy) __________ a good laugh.

(b) Someone (call) __________ for you on the phone.

(c) None of the cake (remain) __________ after the party.

(d) Nobody (know) __________ the answer to that question.

(e) Somebody (want) __________ to join the hiking club.

Exercise 5:

Hints 1: When two subjects of a sentence are joined by ‘Either … or’, ‘Neither … nor’, and ‘or’ ‘not only …. but also’, the verb agrees with the subject closest to it.

Hints 2: When ‘Each’, ‘Every’ or ‘No’ is placed before the subject (noun) joined by ‘and’, the pronoun and the verb should be Singular.

(a) Neither the cat nor the dogs (like) __________ water.

(b) Not only the flowers but also the vase (require) __________ careful handling.

(c) Each of the solutions (seem) __________ viable for different reasons.

(d) Not only the birds but also the squirrel (be) __________ in the tree.

(e) Either the dog or the cats (be) __________ in the garden.

Exercise 6:

(a) The news (be) __________ often sensationalized by the media.

(b) Both the mother and her children (enjoy) __________ the family vacation.

(c) The library (offer) __________ a wide range of books and magazines.

(d) The collection of rare coins (be) __________ displayed in the museum.

(e) Many of the staff members at the company (be) __________ going on vacation.

Exercise 7:

Identify and correct the subject-verb agreement errors in the following sentences:

(a) The group of friends (was) __________ excited about the upcoming trip.

(b) Each of the cars (need) __________ a thorough inspection.

(c) Many of the apples (is) __________ ripe and ready to be picked.

(d) Both the car and the bicycle (need) __________ maintenance.

(e) The pile of books (be) __________ on the table.

Exercise 8:

(a) How (do) __________ the new regulations affect your business?

(b) What (be) __________ your thoughts on the recent developments?

(c) When (was) __________ the last time you visited that museum?

(d) Why (be) _______ the kids playing in the park?

(e) Where (be) _______ the new neighbors from?

Exercise 9:

(a) A group of skilled artisans (create) __________ intricate designs on the pottery.

(b) The fleet of ships (sail) __________ gracefully into the harbor.

(c) The committee members (hold) __________ diverse opinions on the matter.

(d) Not only the birds but also the squirrel (be) __________in the tree.

(e) The team of experts (be) __________ working tirelessly on the project.

Advanced Subject Verb Agreement Exercises

Advanced subject-verb agreement exercises are an excellent resource for students in advanced class 10 or those looking to challenge themselves at an advanced level.

You can find ESL subject verb agreement worksheets and for detailed explanations and answers, consider exploring Advanced Subject Verb Agreement Exercises Answers.

Subject Verb Agreement Advanced Exercises with Hints

Hints 1: Phrases like – ‘a number of’, ‘a group of’, ‘a lot of ‘, ‘the majority of ‘, ‘ a great deal of ‘, ‘most of’, ‘a variety of’, ‘None of the’, ‘Plenty of’, ‘a series of’ can take singular verb for amount/quantity and plural verb for number.

Hints 2: Some nouns are plural in form but singular in meaning . We use singular verbs with such nouns. e.g. Mathematics, Statistics, Measles, Physics, Bilards, News, etc.

(a) The collection of rare coins (be) __________ up for auction.

(b) Fifty percent of the population (support) __________ the new policy.

(c) A series of unfortunate events (lead) __________ to unexpected outcomes.

(d) Most of my family members prefer to (stay) __________ indoors on weekends.

(e) The majority of the students in the class (pass) __________ the exam.

Exercise 2:

Hints: A Collective noun takes a singular verb if taken as a whole and a plural verb when taken separately.

(a) The council (meet) __________ every Tuesday to discuss community matters.

(b) The jury (deliver) __________ its final verdict after hours of deliberation.

(c) The family (gather) __________ for a reunion once a year.

(d) The orchestra, led by a renowned conductor, (be) ________ performing tonight.

(e) The herd of elephants (be) ________ roaming through the African savanna.

Exercise 3:

(a) Neither of the candidates (seem) __________ suitable for the position.

(b) Either of the options (lead) __________ to positive outcomes.

(c) All of the information (be) __________ thoroughly researched.

(d) Both of the candidates (be) ________ qualified for the position.

(e) One of the boys (have) ________ forgotten his backpack.

(f) Some of the cake (be) ________ missing after the party.

(a) The committee (discuss) __________ the upcoming event.

(b) The orchestra (perform) __________ breathtaking symphonies.

(c) The team of explorers (discover) __________ ancient artifacts.

(d) A flock of seagulls (be) ________ overhead.

(e) My family (be) ________ going on vacation next week.

(f) The choir (be) ________ rehearsing for the upcoming concert.

(a) Bread and butter (go) __________ well together as a meal.

(b) The sun, along with the stars, (illuminate) __________ the night sky.

(c) The laughter and chatter of children (fill) __________ the playground.

(d) The book and the magazine ________ on the shelf.

(e) Politics and economics ________ his areas of expertise.

(a) Fifty dollars (be) __________ a fair price for this antique.

(b) The news (be) __________ both shocking and unexpected.

(c) The majority of the work (be) __________ already completed.

(d) The group of friends (be) ________ planning a surprise party.

(e) Plenty of books (be) ________ donated to the library.

(a) While the sun (shine) __________, the children played in the park.

(b) Despite their differences, harmony (exist) __________ among the team members.

(c) As the temperature drops, the leaves (turn) __________ vibrant shades of red and gold.

(d) The company, along with its subsidiaries, (have) ________ a global presence.

(e) The concert, which was scheduled for tonight (have) ________ canceled.

(a) The fact that technology (evolve) __________ rapidly is undeniable.

(b) Her belief that perseverance (lead) __________ to success is inspiring.

(c) The idea that nature (heal) __________ the soul is widely accepted.

(d) The idea that we can finish early (be) __________ appealing.

(e) Whoever wins the competition (receive) __________ a cash prize.

(a) A majority of the students (prefer) __________ interactive learning methods.

(b) The entire team (be) __________ dedicated to achieving the project’s goals.

(c) Several of the options (seem) __________ viable for implementation.

(d) Plenty of interesting documentaries (be) __________ available on that streaming platform.

(e) A series of meetings (have) __________ been scheduled for this week.

Difficult Subject Verb Agreement Exercises

Navigating through difficult subject verb agreement exercises can be a rewarding challenge for students aiming to sharpen their language skills.

(a) If the weather (permit) __________, we’ll have a picnic tomorrow.

(b) Should you require assistance, our customer service team (be) __________ available.

(c) In case of an emergency, the alarm (activate) __________ automatically.

(d) Unless they (study) ________ harder, they won’t pass the exam.

(e) If the weather (be) ________ nice tomorrow, we will have a picnic.

(a) The success of the company (depend) __________ on its ability to innovate.

(b) The variety of colors (create) __________ a visually stunning display.

(c) The implications of the research (extend) __________ beyond the current scope.

(d) The flowers that bloom in spring (be) ________ beautiful.

(e) The computer, as well as the printer, (be) ________ not functioning properly.

(a) Each participant (receive) __________ a certificate of completion.

(b) The government’s response (be) __________ swift and resolute.

(c) The contents of the report (remain) __________ confidential.

(d) Neither the book nor the magazine ________ (contain) the necessary information.

(e) The CEO, along with the senior executives, ________ (attend) the conference.

(a) If the sun (shine) __________, we’ll go for a hike in the afternoon.

(b) Should the opportunity arise, I (pursue) __________ further studies.

(c) In case of a power outage, the generator (activate) __________ automatically.

(d) If it ________ (rain) tomorrow, we ________ (stay) indoors.

(e) Unless they ________ (finish) the project on time, they ________ (face) consequences.

(a) Despite their differences, mutual respect (exist) __________ among the team members.

(b) While the orchestra (tune) __________ their instruments, the audience settled in.

(c) As the years pass, our understanding of the universe (expand) __________ significantly.

(d) The report, along with its supporting documents, ________ (have) been submitted by the deadline.

(e) The project, which has been in development for months, ________ (require) additional funding.

(a) The implications of climate change (affect) __________ every corner of the globe.

(b) The analysis of historical data (reveal) __________ fascinating patterns.

(c) The role of education (extend) __________ far beyond the classroom.

(d) In today’s world, access to quality education (be) __________ considered a fundamental right.

(e) The Internet, along with social media, (have) __________transformed how we connect with one another.

(a) The majority of scholars (agree) __________ with the theory’s fundamental premise.

(b) The concept of cultural relativism (give) __________ rise to diverse interpretations.

(c) A significant number of experiments (yield) __________ inconclusive results.

(d) Literature, as well as other forms of art, (play) __________ a role in stimulating critical thinking.

(e) The impact of literature on society (have) __________ been studied extensively by scholars and academics.

(a) The collection of rare artifacts (be) __________ an invaluable resource.

(b) The cluster of stars in that constellation (form) __________ a breathtaking pattern.

(c) The array of choices available (overwhelm) __________ the decision-making process.

(d) The consequences of climate change (be) __________ far-reaching and require immediate action.

(e) Classic literature and modern novels both (play) __________ a significant role in shaping societal values.

(a) Each participant (receive) __________ a copy of the conference agenda.

(b) The terms and conditions of the contract (be) __________ subject to negotiation.

(c) The accuracy of the financial report (reflect) __________ meticulous attention to detail.

(d) Teachers, along with their students, (play) __________ a crucial role in the learning process.

Subject Verb Agreement Exercises for College Students with Answers

Exercises on Subject Verb Agreement for college students with answers can be invaluable tools for reinforcing grammar knowledge and improving writing skills.

Exercises 1:

1. Each of the students (has/have) completed their assignments.

2. The book on the shelf (belongs/belong) to Sarah.

3. Neither the cat nor the dog (was/were) at home when I arrived.

4. The news about the accident (was/were) shocking to everyone.

5. The group of friends (was/were) excited to go on a road trip.

Subject Verb Agreement Exercises 2:

1. My collection of rare coins (is/are) worth a lot of money.

2. One of my favorite hobbies (is/are) reading science fiction novels.

3. The pile of books on the table (needs/need) to be sorted.

4. The jury (has/have) reached a verdict in the case.

5. The team (is/are) practicing hard for the championship.

Exercises 3:

1. The company, along with its subsidiaries, (is/are) expanding into new markets.

2. Neither the teacher nor the students (was/were) aware of the surprise quiz.

3. The variety of options available (makes/make) it difficult to choose.

4. The collection of rare stamps (is/are) on display at the museum.

5. The number of participants in the study (has/have) increased significantly.

Exercises 4:

1. The list of requirements for the job (seems/seem) overwhelming.

2. Either the red or the blue car (is/are) available for rent.

3. His collection of vintage records (is/are) worth a fortune.

4. The sound of the waves crashing on the shore (is/are) so soothing.

5. A pair of shoes (was/were) left in the hallway.

Exercises 5:

1. The majority of the students (was/were) satisfied with their grades.

2. The book, as well as the magazine, (belongs/belong) to me.

3. The police officer, along with the firefighters, (is/are) on the scene.

4. The stack of pancakes on the plate (looks/look) delicious.

5. Ten dollars (is/are) all I have left in my wallet.

Exercises 6:

1. The team of experts (has/have) been working on this project for months.

2. The idea of traveling to distant lands (excites/excite) her.

3. A variety of animals (live/lives) in the rainforest.

4. Each of the students (has/have) their own unique talents.

5. The collection of rare coins (was/were) stolen from the museum.

Exercises 7:

1. The news of her promotion (was/were) unexpected.

2. The number of applicants (has/have) increased significantly.

3. The committee members (disagree/disagrees) on the proposal.

4. The box of chocolates (has/have) been eaten.

5. My favorite pair of jeans (is/are) in the laundry.

Subject Verb Agreement Exercises for Competitive Exams

Subject-verb agreement exercises for competitive exams require careful attention to detail and are essential for achieving a high score. Here are 25 challenging subject-verb agreement exercises set for different competitive exams:

Subject Verb Agreement Exercise 1:

1. Neither the teacher nor the students __________ pleased with the exam results. a) is b) are c) was d) were

2. The book, along with several others, __________ on the shelf. a) is b) are c) has d) have

3. The committee’s decision __________ final. a) is b) are c) has been d) have been

4. Each of the team members __________ to submit their report by tomorrow. a) is required b) are required c) requires d) require

5. The quality of the products __________ improved significantly over the years. a) has b) have c) is d) are

1. Neither John nor his siblings __________ interested in politics. a) is b) are c) was d) were

2. The pile of documents on the desk __________ overwhelming. a) is b) are c) was d) were

3. One of the keys to success __________ effective communication. a) is b) are c) was d) were

4. The group of protestors __________ demanding changes in the law. a) is b) are c) was d) were

5. The teacher, as well as the students, __________ excited about the field trip. a) is b) are c) was d) were

1. Both the dog and the cat __________ missing since yesterday. a) is b) are c) was d) were

2. The news of the accident __________ shocking to everyone. a) is b) are c) was d) were

3. The majority of the population __________ in favor of stricter environmental laws. a) is b) are c) was d) were

4. The collection of rare artifacts __________ displayed in the museum. a) is b) are c) was d) were

5. Each of the candidates __________ to give their best performance. a) is expected b) are expected c) expects d) expect

1. The jury __________ reached a unanimous decision. a) has b) have c) is d) are

2. The series of novels __________ been adapted into a popular TV show. a) has b) have c) is d) are

3. The box of chocolates __________ tempting, but I won’t indulge. a) is b) are c) was d) were

4. The supply of fresh vegetables __________ running low. a) is b) are c) was d) were

5. The committee members __________ not yet arrived for the meeting. a) has b) have c) is d) are

1. The staff in this office __________ exceptionally dedicated to their work. a) is b) are c) was d) were

2. Not only the students but also the professor __________ attending the seminar. a) is b) are c) was d) were

3. The list of supplies needed for the project __________ quite extensive. a) is b) are c) was d) were

4. The cost of living in this city __________ high. a) is b) are c) was d) were

5. The number of cases of flu __________ rising steadily. a) is b) are c) was d) were

Exercises for Subject Verb Concord

Concord exercises of subject verb agreement are designed to test a student’s knowledge of subject-verb agreement, which is also known as concord. Here are some concord (subject-verb agreement) exercises :

1. The group of students (is/are) going on a field trip.

2. Neither the cats nor the dog (is/are) fond of water.

3. A variety of delicious dishes (was/were) served at the party.

4. Ten dollars (is/are) not enough to buy that book.

5. The news about the election results (was/were) surprising.

6. The collection of antique cars (is/are) on display at the museum.

7. Each of the students (has/have) completed their assignments.

8. The team, along with their coach, (is/are) traveling to the championship.

9. The number of visitors to the museum (has/have) increased this year.

10. The stack of books on the table (needs/need) to be sorted.

By engaging in these advanced subject-verb agreement exercises, you’re demonstrating a commendable dedication to mastering grammar intricacies. The exercises presented here encompass a range of challenging scenarios, ensuring that your grasp of subject-verb agreement remains comprehensive and adaptable.

Subject Verb Agreement Exercises for Practice

Prac tice Exercises of Subject verb agreement is crucial for improving your grammar proficiency. This worksheet will provide you with a variety of exercises to reinforce your understanding of this fundamental grammatical concept.

Instructions for subject-verb agreement Exercises

Read each sentence carefully and identify whether the subject and verb agree.  Choose the correct verb form based on the subject. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

Choose the correct verb form:

(a) The cat (is/are) sleeping.

(b) The dogs (barks/bark) in the yard.

(c) Either the student or the teacher (is/are) responsible.

(d) Each of the books (has/have) its own charm.

(e) All of the cookies (was/were) eaten.

Complete the sentences with the correct verb form:

(a) The team of players (plays/play) exceptionally well.

(b) None of the information (was/were) accurate.

(c) Every student in the class (has/have) completed the assignment.

(d) The company, along with its subsidiaries, (is/are) expanding its operations.

(e) Neither the book nor the magazine (interest/interests) me.

Decide whether the verb should be singular or plural:

(a) A basket of apples (was/were) on the kitchen counter.

(b) The group of friends (enjoy/enjoys) hiking together.

(c) One of the cakes (need/needs) more frosting.

(d) The collection of stamps (is/are) quite valuable.

(e) Each of the cars (require/requires) regular maintenance.

Choose the appropriate verb form:

(a) All the chairs in the room (was/were) arranged neatly.

(b) The committee members (has/have) differing opinions.

(c) Many of the movies (was/were) filmed on location.

(d) The majority of the audience (was/were) impressed by the performance.

(e) Some of the information (seem/seems) unreliable.

Fill in the blanks with the correct verb:

(a) Neither the coffee nor the tea _______________ my preferred beverages.

(b) Each of the students _______________ a unique perspective.

(c) The flock of birds _______________ gracefully across the sky.

(d) All the tickets for the concert _______________ sold out.

(e) The collection of rare coins _______________ on display at the museum.

Identify the correct verb form for each sentence:

(a) The movie that you recommended (was/were) captivating.

(b) Each of the students (have/has) completed the assignment.

(c) The committee members (discuss/discusses) the agenda.

(d) Neither the cat nor the dog (likes/like) the new food.

(e) The collection of stamps (is/are) stored in a secure album.

(a) Every employee in the department _______________ their role seriously.

(b) The box of chocolates _______________ tempting.

(c) Both the manager and the assistant _______________ busy.

(d) Not only the students but also the teacher _______________ excited about the field trip.

(e) A variety of options _______________ available for breakfast.

Choose the suitable verb form:

(a) All the evidence in the case (point/points) to a different conclusion.

(b) The group of musicians (practices/practice) diligently.

(c) None of the solutions provided (seems/seem) effective.

(d) One of the paintings on the wall (needs/need) restoration.

(e) The team, along with their coach, (is/are) celebrating their victory.

Complete the sentences with the appropriate verb form:

(a) Each of the books in the library (provide/provides) valuable insights

(b) Many of the participants (has/have) already arrived.

(c) The collection of antique coins (is/are) considered priceless.

(d) The family of birds (build/builds) nests in the tree.

(e) Neither the pen nor the pencil (is/are) on the desk.

Exercise 10

(a) A group of friends (enjoy/enjoys) hiking together.

(b) The series of events (unfold/unfolds) in a surprising manner.

(c) Every student in the class (participate/participates) actively.

(d) The list of names (is/are) being reviewed.

(e) Both the cat and the dog (seem/seems) content.

Exercise 11

Choose the correct verb form for each sentence:

(a) The team of players (is/are) working hard to win the championship.

(b) Not only the flowers but also the trees (adds/add) beauty to the park.

(c) Every student in the class (has/have) submitted their assignments.

(d) The collection of coins (belong/belongs) to a passionate collector.

(e) None of the options (seems/seem) suitable for the situation.

Exercise 12

Complete the sentences with the appropriate verb:

(a) Each of the cars in the garage _______________ a unique history.

(b) The committee members _______________ unanimous in their decision.

(c) A variety of books _______________ available in the library.

(d) Neither the company nor its subsidiaries _______________ profitable this year.

(e) The flock of birds _______________ south for the winter.

Exercise 13

(a) All the information provided (is/are) accurate.

(b) The series of events (unfold/unfolds) in a chronological order.

(c) Many of the employees (has/have) attended the seminar.

(d) The family of dolphins (swim/swims) gracefully in the ocean.

(e) The collection of vintage posters (is/are) on display.

Exercise 14

Fill in the blanks with the correct verb form:

(a) Neither the cake nor the ice cream _______________ appealing to me.

(b) Both the manager and the assistant _______________ working diligently.

(c) Not only the students but also the teacher _______________ excited about the upcoming trip.

(d) The collection of rare stamps _______________ highly valuable.

(e) Every member of the team _______________ dedicated to their role.

Exercise 15

Choose the appropriate verb form for each sentence:

(a) The series of novels (capture/captures) the reader’s imagination.

(b) None of the solutions provided (solve/solves) the issue completely.

(c) Every one of the members (contribute/contributes) to the success of the project.

(d) The group of friends (enjoy/enjoys) spending time together.

(e) The selection of colors (create/creates) a vibrant atmosphere.

Exercise 16

Select the correct verb form for each sentence:

(a) The collection of rare coins (is/are) worth a fortune.

(b) Not only the students but also the teacher (is/are) excited for the field trip.

(c) Every one of the employees (has/have) contributed to the project

(d) The committee members (disagree/disagrees) on the proposed changes.

(e) A series of novels (transport/transports) readers to different worlds.

Exercise 17

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate verb form:

(a) Each of the paintings in the gallery _______________ a story to tell.

(b) The team of researchers _______________ conducting groundbreaking experiments.

(c) The variety of flowers in the garden _______________ a colorful display.

(d) Neither the cat nor the dog _______________ allowed on the furniture.

(e) The family of dolphins _______________ in harmony with their surroundings.

Exercise 18

(a) A group of tourists (explore/explores) the ancient ruins.

(b) All the information in the report (is/are) accurate.

(c) Many of the students (participate/participates) in extracurricular activities.

(d) The collection of antique maps (belong/belongs) to a dedicated enthusiast.

(e) The flock of birds (migrate/migrates) to warmer regions.

Exercise 19

(a) None of the options provided _______________ suitable for the occasion.

(b) Both the manager and the employees _______________ committed to success.

(c) Every one of the books in the library _______________ a valuable resource.

(d) The selection of colors for the painting _______________ carefully chosen.

(e) The family of elephants in the reserve _______________ in their natural habitat.

Exercise 20

Choose the suitable verb form for each sentence:

(a) Each of the team members (play/plays) a crucial role.

(b) The list of ingredients for the recipe (seem/seems) exhaustive.

(c) Every student in the class (excel/excels) academically.

(d) The series of events (lead/leads) to an unexpected twist.

(e) The variety of flavors in the menu (delight/delights) customers.

Exercise 21

Choose the accurate verb form for each sentence:

(a) The collection of vintage cars (spark/sparks) excitement among enthusiasts.

(b) Every member of the team (plays/play) a vital role in our success.

(c) The committee (meets/meet) regularly to discuss important matters.

(d) A variety of options (is/are) available for the upcoming vacation.

Exercise 22

(a) Each of the paintings in the gallery _______________ a unique perspective.

(b) The group of volunteers _______________ dedicated to their cause.

(c) The family of elephants _______________ harmoniously in their natural habitat.

(d) Neither the book nor the magazine _______________ interesting to me.

(e) The collection of rare stamps _______________ displayed in a special exhibition.

Exercise 23

(a) A series of lectures on art history (is/are) scheduled for next week.

(b) All the information in the report (appear/appears) accurate.

(c) Many of the applicants (meet/meets) the criteria for the scholarship.

(d) The collection of antique coins (belong/belongs) to a passionate collector.

(e) The flock of birds (fly/flies) in perfect formation.

Exercise 24

(b) Both the manager and the employees _______________ dedicated to their work.

(c) Every student in the class _______________ their own strengths.

(e) The family of dolphins in the bay _______________ a joy to observe.

Exercise 25

(a) Each of the team members (contribute/contributes) to the project’s success.

(c) Every student in the class (participate/participates) actively in discussions.

(d) The series of novels (transport/transports) readers to distant lands.

(e) The variety of landscapes in the region (create/creates) a stunning backdrop.

Exercise 26

(a) The collection of vintage books (contains/contain) valuable information.

(b) Neither the cat nor the dog (like/likes) the new food.

(c) Every member of the team (plays/play) an important role.

(d) The committee (meets/meet) every Monday to discuss matters.

(e) A variety of options (is/are) available for the event.

Exercise 27

Complete the sentences with the suitable verb form:

(a) Each of the paintings in the museum _______________ a story to tell.

(b) The group of volunteers _______________ dedicated to making a difference.

(c) The family of birds _______________ in perfect harmony.

(d) Neither the book nor the magazine _______________ of interest to me.

(e) The collection of rare coins _______________ displayed with care.

Exercise 28

(a) A series of lectures on history (is/are) scheduled for next month.

(b) All the information in the report (seem/seems) accurate.

(c) Many of the students (excel/excels) in academics.

(d) The collection of antique artifacts (belong/belongs) to a private collector.

(e) The flock of birds (fly/flies) in a V formation.

Exercise 29

(b) Both the manager and the employees _______________ dedicated to their roles.

(e) The family of dolphins in the bay _______________ a joy to watch.

Exercise 30

(a) Each of the team members (contributes/contribute) uniquely to the project.

(b) The list of ingredients for the recipe (seem/seems) extensive.

(d) The series of novels (transport/transports) readers to far-off places.

(e) The variety of landscapes in the area (create/creates) a breathtaking scene.

Exercise 31

(a) The collection of antique coins (hold/holds) immense value.

(b) Neither the movie nor the book (captivate/captivates) my interest.

(d) The committee (convene/convenes) every Wednesday to discuss important matters.

(e) A variety of options (is/are) available for the upcoming event.

Exercise 32

(a) Each of the sculptures in the gallery _______________ a unique story.

(b) The group of volunteers _______________ dedicated to making a positive impact.

(c) The family of swans _______________ gliding gracefully on the lake.

(e) The collection of rare stamps _______________ carefully preserved.

Exercise 33

(a) A series of workshops on creativity (stimulate/stimulates) innovation.

(b) All the information in the report (appear/appears) to be accurate.

(c) Many of the students (excel/excels) in their academic pursuits.

(d) The collection of historical artifacts (belong/belongs) to a local museum.

(e) The flock of birds (fly/flies) in a graceful V formation.

Exercise 34

(b) Both the manager and the employees _______________ committed to their roles.

(c) Every student in the class _______________ their own unique strengths.

(d) The selection of colors for the painting _______________ carefully considered.

(e) The family of dolphins in the bay _______________ a source of wonder.

Exercise 35

(a) Each of the team members (contributes/contribute) their expertise to the project.

(b) The list of ingredients for the recipe (seem/seems) quite extensive.

(c) Every student in the class (participate/participates) actively in classroom activities.

(e) The variety of landscapes in the region (create/creates) a breathtaking panorama.

FAQs on Subject Verb Agreement Exercises

Q: what is a subject-verb agreement exercise.

Ans: A subject-verb agreement exercise is a language learning activity that helps individuals practice matching the grammatical number (singular or plural) of a subject with the corresponding form of the verb in a sentence.

Q: What is an example of a subject-verb agreement with answers?

Ans: An example of a subject-verb agreement with answers is: “The cat sleeps on the windowsill.” Here, the singular subject “cat” matches with the singular verb “sleeps.”

Q: What are the 10 rules of subject-verb agreement?

Ans: Subject-verb agreement is a fundamental aspect of English grammar. Here are ten rules to ensure that the subject and verb in a sentence agree:

1. Singular subjects take singular verbs:

2. Plural subjects take plural verbs:

3. Compound subjects with “and” are plural:

4. Compound subjects with “or” or “nor” follow the closer subject:

5. Collective nouns can be singular or plural:

6. Indefinite pronouns may be singular or plural:

7. Subjects with “each” or “every” are singular:

8. Subjects with “either…or” and “neither…nor” require singular or plural verbs:

9. Phrases beginning with “one of” or “a number of” are plural:

10. Inverted sentences with prepositional phrases:

Mastering these rules helps ensure grammatical correctness in your writing and speaking.

Q: How do you solve subject-verb agreement questions?

Ans: To solve subject-verb agreement questions, identify the subject and verb in the sentence, and ensure they agree in number (singular or plural) based on the rules of subject-verb agreement. If they don’t agree, make the necessary adjustments to match the subject and verb correctly.

Q: How do you teach subject-verb agreement?

Ans: Teaching subject-verb agreement effectively involves several steps and strategies:

1. Introduce the Concept:

2. Provide Clear Examples:

3. Engage in Practice Exercises:

4. Use Visual Aids:

5. Make it Fun:

Consistent practice, clear explanations, and a variety of teaching methods can help students grasp the concept of subject-verb agreement and apply it effectively in their writing and communication.

Congratulations on completing these additional subject-verb agreement exercises! Your dedication to mastering this grammar rule is commendable and will undoubtedly enhance your communication skills.

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Agreement: fractions and percentages, module {moduleid}, {moduletitle}.

Percentages and fractions can be plural or singular. Just like in the last lesson, the verb you choose will depend on whether you're talking about a total amount or multiple units. There are several ways to figure out whether to use a singular or plural verb.

Often, if the word that follows the fraction or percentage is singular, you'll use a singular verb. If the word following the fraction is plural, use a plural verb.

Two-thirds of the lemonade has been finished off. Twenty-five percent of the lemonade has been finished off. Lemonade is singular, so use a singular verb.

Two-thirds of the students are on the field trip today. Twenty-five percent of the students are on the field trip today. Students is plural, so use a plural verb.

If the fraction or percentage comes before a collective noun, follow the rules you learned in the collective nouns lesson in this module. Remember that collective nouns can take a singular or plural verb depending on whether the noun is acting as a whole group or whether the members of the group are acting as individuals.

Half the class is on the field trip today. Fifty percent of the class is on the field trip today. You're talking about the class as a whole group, not about what the individual students are doing.

Half the class have signed up for the field trip. Fifty percent of the class have signed up for the field trip. Each individual student signed up for the field trip; the class did not sign up together as a group.

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• Subjective Verb Agreement

Verbs must agree with subjects in number and in person (1st/2nd/3rd). A subject is a noun or pronoun . A verb is an action performed by the subject. In the following section, we will see many such examples of the Subjective Verb concept. We also have exercises that will help you cement the concept of Subjective Verb in a proper way.

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Verbs must agree with subjects in number and in person (1st/2nd/3rd). Subjects and verbs must agree in number. This is the cornerstone rule that forms the background of the concept. For example, consider this: The dog growls when he is angry. The dogs growl when they are angry.

Following is a roadmap or rules that you can follow to avoid any mistakes in the Subject-Verb Agreement:

Don’t get confused by the words that come between the subject and verb; they do not affect agreement . The dog, who is chewing on my jeans, is usually very good.

Prepositional phrases between the subject and verb usually do not affect agreement. For example, The colours of the rainbow are beautiful.

When sentences start with “there” or “here,” the subject will always be placed after the verb, so care needs to be taken to identify it correctly. For example, “There is a problem with the balance sheet . Here are the papers you requested.”

Subjects don’t always come before verbs in questions. Make sure you accurately identify the subject before deciding on the proper verb form to use. For example: Does Lefty usually eat grass? Where are the pieces of this puzzle .

If two subjects are joined by and, they typically require a plural verb form. Example: The cow and the pig are jumping over the moon.

The verb is singular if the two subjects separated by and refer to the same person or thing. For example: Red beans and rice is my mom’s favorite dish.

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If the words each, every, or no come before the subject, the verb is singular. No smoking and drinking is allowed. Every man and woman is required to check in.

If the subjects are both singular and are connected by the words or, nor, neither/nor, either/or, and not only/but also the verb is singular. For example: Jessica or Christian is to blame for the accident.

The only time when the object of the preposition factors into the decision of plural or singular verb forms is when a noun and pronoun subjects like some, half, none, more, all, etc. are followed by a prepositional phrase. In these sentences, the object of the preposition determines the form of the verb. For example: All of the chicken is gone. All of the chickens are gone.

The singular verb form is usually used for units of measurement . For example: Four quarts of oil was required to get the car running.

If the subjects are both plural and are connected by the words or, nor, neither/nor, either/or, and not only/but also, the verb is plural. For example: Dogs and cats are both available at the pound.

If one subject is singular and one plural and the words are connected by the words or, nor, neither/nor, either/or, and not only/but also, you use the verb form of the subject that is nearest the verb. For example: Do your sisters or your girlfriend want any pizza?

Indefinite pronouns typically take singular verbs. Example: Everybody wants to be loved. Except for the pronouns (few, many, several, both) that always take the plural form. For example: Few were left alive after the flood.

If two infinitives are separated by and they take the plural form of the verb. For example: To walk and to chew gum require great skill.

When gerunds are used as the subject of a sentence they take the singular verb form of the verb, but when they are linked by and they take the plural form. Example: Standing in the water was a bad idea. Swimming in the ocean and playing drums are my hobbies.

Collective nouns like the herd, senate, class, crowd, etc. usually take a singular verb form. Example: The herd is stampeding.

Titles of books, movies, novels, etc. are treated as singular and take a singular verb. For example: The Burbs is a movie starring Tom Hanks.

Final Rule – Remember, only the subject affects the verb!

Prepositional Phrases and Why They Matter

Example: The boxes of cake mix are on the shelf.

The verb is “are,” but what is the subject? Is it “boxes” or “cake mix”? In order to figure out the subject, we must eliminate the prepositional phrase which is often times in between the subject and the verb.

A prepositional phrase is a two – to four – word phrase (sometimes more) that begins with a preposition (above, among, at, below, beneath, between, in, of, over, to, under). A verb must agree with its subject, not with the object of a prepositional phrase, which often comes between the subject and the verb.

Since “of” is a preposition, we ignore the prepositional phrase “of cake mix.” Therefore, “boxes” is the plural subject, which matches perfectly with the plural verb “are.”

Practice Questions:

Q 1: Everyone (has/have) done his or her homework.

Q 2. Each of the students (is/are) responsible for doing his or her work.

Q 3. Either my father or my brothers (is/are) going to sell the car.

Q 4. Neither my sisters nor my mother (is/are) going to sell the house.

Q 5. The samples on the tray in the lab (need/needs) testing.

Q 6. Mary and John usually (plays/play) together.

Q 7. Both of the dogs (has/have) collars.

Q 8. Neither the dogs nor the cat (is/are) very hungry.

Q 9. Either the girls or the boy (walk/walks) in the evening.

Q 10. Either the boy or the girls (walk/walks) in the evening.

Q 11. At the end of the fall (comes/come) the hard tests.

Q 12. The slaughter of animals for their fur (has/have) caused controversy.

Q 13. The student, as well as his teacher, (was/were) going on the field trip.

Q 14. The hard tests (comes/come) at the end of the fall.

Q 15. Both of my roommates (has/have) decided to live in the dorms.

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How Neal Shipley claimed Masters low amateur honors: ‘A little bit of grit’

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AUGUSTA, Ga. — Neal Shipley wasn’t raised in a golf family. But he did grow up with a family that loved golf.

The Sunday afternoon of the 2004 PGA Championship was all it took for the Ohio State graduate student — the only amateur to make the cut at this week’s Masters — to fish his dad’s neglected golf clubs out of a closet and give this humbling game a lifelong shot.

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“Me and my dad were on our couch,” Shipley said Friday after finishing 36 holes at Augusta National at 3 over and making the cut by three shots. “And Vijay Singh won. The next day I took my dad’s golf clubs, which were dusty and probably never used, and started swinging around. I decided to get my own little set, and it took off from there.”

Shipley wasn’t just hooked; he was adamant. As an elementary schooler, he told anyone in his hometown of Mt. Lebanon, Pa., that he intended to become a professional golfer. In the second grade, he took his bag to school for “show and tell.” Shipley’s class ventured outdoors at recess to watch him launch drives into the schoolyard. He was a regular at his local junior league. Shipley’s family eventually decided to join St. Clair Country Club so he could properly hone his craft.

“We joined a country club so that he’d have a place to play,” says his father, also named Neal Shipley, “but we’re not country club people.”

Twenty years later, Shipley will play the weekend at the 88th Masters at a firm and fast Augusta National after being invited as the 2023 U.S. Amateur runner-up. He’s tied for 30th, hanging right in there with legends of the game, including 61-year-old Singh, who sits at 4 over, one stroke behind the 23-year-old on the leaderboard through 36 holes.

With his signature long locks spilling down his neck, Shipley will walk up the 18th fairway Sunday evening with low amateur honors locked up. He is the only survivor of the five amateurs in the field. But that wasn’t always guaranteed.

Shipley’s name snuck into the top 10 early Friday morning with back-to-back birdies on his second and third holes to reach 3 under. Hours later, he endured an Augusta National ritual: an Amen Corner implosion.

A drive in the pine straw and a sloppy three-putt on 11, followed by a misplaced tee shot on the par-3 12th cost Shipley three shots in two holes, bringing the projected cut line dangerously into play with winds picking up by the minute.

The remainder of Shipley’s back nine wasn’t perfect, but he hammered away, holing a 39-footer and a 20-footer for birdies at Nos. 13 and 15, respectively.

“He’s a Western Pennsylvania kid,” Shipley’s dad says. “We all have a little bit of grit.”

Following a birdie on No. 13, Neal Shipley is the lowest amateur on the course. #themasters pic.twitter.com/3MAjI3yltE — The Masters (@TheMasters) April 11, 2024

To follow his stunning opening-round 71, Shipley carded a 4-over 76 Friday. It could have been a lot worse, but it wasn’t. A bogey at the 18th put Shipley just inside the cut line for the moment, which ballooned as the afternoon wore on. Now the graduate student is tied with Akshay Bhatia, last week’s PGA Tour winner, and nine shots off of Max Homa, Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau’s shared lead.

“After going bogey, double, bogey on that stretch there, it’s easy to lose some momentum,” Shipley said. “We did a good job of staying in it and just trying to hit some good golf shots the entire time.”

Shipley uses “we” like a seasoned pro when describing the shots he executed alongside his caddie Friday afternoon. But when Shipley uses the plural pronoun, he means it.

Shipley has his childhood best friend, Carter Pitcairn, a sophomore on the Wisconsin golf team, on the bag for him this week. The pair also teamed up at the U.S. Amateur at Cherry Hills last summer, the championship that got him into the Masters field and brought him momentary viral stardom for his everyman vibe and candid personality. When he officially punched his ticket to the Masters, Shipley slammed his burly physique into Pitcairn and yelled ‘Gimme some!’ on the Golf Channel broadcast.

Pitcairn and Shipley attended the same high school, grew up playing the same golf course and shared transportation to and from team practice every day for a year.

“A lot of McDonald’s trips and miles together in the car,” Shipley said. “A bunch of country music. We both like to go fly-fishing too and do stuff like that.”

Shipley might be the one touching the club, but his family might as well be holding on with him. And that doesn’t just include his father and his mother, Susie, who tracked every shot Thursday and Friday. It’s his 26-year-old sister, Fabi, and 21-year-old brother, Max. It’s his roommate, Jacob, who is eager to share stories about the dart board in their apartment back in Columbus, and Jacob’s father, who brags about how fast Shipley can down a beer. It’s Pitcairn’s parents and Shipley’s Ohio State college coach.

The Shipley crew runs deep — approximately 15 people are watching him this week in Augusta — and their collective Masters memories will run even deeper no matter what happens next.

Shipley’s success this week didn’t shock his circle of friends, family members and teammates supporting him here in Augusta. Before completing a graduate degree at Ohio State, Shipley earned his degree in quantitative finance from James Madison University with minors in mathematics and economics.

Shipley is an analytical thinker, and he took every measure to prepare for his week at the Masters. He used all five practice trips allotted for amateurs to acclimate to Augusta National, playing 140 holes on the Alister MacKenzie design before the tournament began. Shipley also had lunch with six-time Masters champion and Ohio State alum Jack Nicklaus, who shared pivotal course strategy insights, and received additional advice from Larry Mize.

The intensity with which Shipley prepared for the Masters was partly because it could be his only Masters. Shipley’s game got hot right before his run at U.S. Am. Coming out of high school, he barely cracked the top 400 in his class ranking. After three years at James Madison, he stood at No. 1,497 in the world amateur golf ranking. Shipley’s recent form has been strong, but you never know what can happen in this tumultuous game.

“Maybe things don’t turn out the way you want to,” Shipley says. “I certainly don’t think it’s going to be my last Masters, but I think you have to treat every Masters as if it’s your last, probably until you win. I think that kept me loose and not as nervous, just trying to enjoy the moment.”

Shipley might not know it yet, but no matter what transpires over the weekend and in his professional career, he won’t remember the 2024 Masters for his birdies and bogeys.

The elder Neal Shipley pauses mid-sentence as he stands underneath the big oak tree that shades the Augusta National clubhouse, tears welling in his eyes.

He’s recounting a devotional he shared with his son before the Masters. Now the father isn’t sure of what he’ll get to say to Neal in advance of Saturday’s round. The 23-year-old is staying in a separate house for maximum focus.

“Accomplishments big or small, when you see your kids achieve their goals, it’s the most wonderful feeling possible,” his dad says.

Shipley’s father might not know when he’ll speak to Neal next or what words he’ll choose when he does. But he does know what he’ll be doing early Sunday evening: watching his son on TV, as he sits next to Jim Nantz and the new Masters champion in Butler Cabin.

Not bad for a family that didn’t play golf until that one day two decades ago.

(Top photo: Warren Little / Getty Images)

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Gabby Herzig is a Staff Writer for The Athletic covering golf. Before joining The Athletic, she worked as a breaking news writer for Sports Illustrated’s golf vertical and a contributing editor at Golf Digest. She is a graduate of Pomona College, where she captained the varsity women’s golf team.