Subject Verb Agreement & Context Clues

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    (Everyone, Several) wears a coat in the rainy weather.

    • Everyone
    • Several
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This quiz focuses on subject-verb agreement and context clues, assessing the ability to correctly conjugate verbs based on the subject in various sentences. It enhances grammatical accuracy and understanding of sentence structure.

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  • 2. 

    Somebody on the board of directors (sits, sit) in the green leather chair.

    • Sits

    • Sit

    Correct Answer
    A. Sits
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "sits" because the subject "somebody" is singular, so the verb should also be singular. In this case, "sits" is the correct present tense form of the verb to agree with the singular subject.

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  • 3. 

    No one on our street (throw, throws) a ball faster than Sammy.

    • Throw

    • Throws

    Correct Answer
    A. Throws
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "throws" because it agrees with the subject "Sammy," which is a singular noun. In this sentence, "no one" is a pronoun that refers to a singular person, and the verb "throws" is the correct form for third-person singular subjects.

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  • 4. 

    Which is correct?

    • She have cat.

    • They has a cat

    • I has a cat

    • She has a cat

    Correct Answer
    A. She has a cat
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "She has a cat" because it uses the correct subject-verb agreement. The subject "She" is third person singular, so it requires the singular form of the verb "has". Additionally, the sentence is grammatically correct with the use of the indefinite article "a" before the noun "cat".

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  • 5. 

    The computer ____________ her learn about many things.

    • Helps

    • Help

    Correct Answer
    A. Helps
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "helps". In this sentence, the subject "computer" is singular, so it requires a verb that agrees with it in number. "Helps" is the correct form of the verb "help" to use with a singular subject. Therefore, the computer "helps" her learn about many things.

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  • 6. 

    I hope that nobody (forget, forgets) to bring their lunch today.

    • Forget

    • Forgets

    Correct Answer
    A. Forgets
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "forgets." In this sentence, the subject "nobody" is singular, so the verb should also be singular. Therefore, "forgets" is the correct form of the verb to agree with the subject.

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  • 7. 

    Someone on my street (own, owns) a BMW.

    • Own

    • Owns

    Correct Answer
    A. Owns
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "owns." In this sentence, the subject "Someone" is singular, so the verb should also be singular. Therefore, the correct form of the verb is "owns."

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  • 8. 

    The computer ____________ her learn about many things.

    • Helps

    • Help

    Correct Answer
    A. Helps
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "helps" because the subject "computer" is singular and requires a singular verb form. In this case, "helps" is the correct verb form for the subject "computer" to agree with.

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  • 9. 

    People used plants to make colorful dyes. The dyes were used to color cloth. What does the word dyes mean?

    • Food

    • Colorings

    • Flag

    Correct Answer
    A. Colorings
    Explanation
    The word "dyes" in this context refers to substances that are used to add color to cloth. These dyes are made from plants and are used to create colorful textiles.

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  • 10. 

    One of my brothers (eats, eat) tomatoes on his salad.

    • Eats

    • Eat

    Correct Answer
    A. Eats
    Explanation
    The subject "one of my brothers" indicates that there is more than one brother, but only one brother is being referred to in this sentence. Therefore, the correct verb form to use is "eats" which agrees with the singular subject.

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  • 11. 

    Many companies also ______ computers.

    • Buy

    • Buys

    Correct Answer
    A. Buy
    Explanation
    The verb "buy" should be used to agree with the subject "companies" because "companies" is a plural noun. The verb "buys" is incorrect because it is in the singular form and does not match the subject.

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  • 12. 

    Usually everybody in my classes (wants, want) to talk the whole period.  

    • Wants

    • Want

    Correct Answer
    A. Wants
    Explanation
    In this sentence, the subject "everybody" is a singular pronoun, so it requires a singular verb form. The correct verb form to use with a singular subject is "wants." Therefore, the correct answer is "wants."

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  • 13. 

    Her brothers _________ games on it.

    • Play

    • Plays

    Correct Answer
    A. Play
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "play" because when referring to multiple brothers, the verb should be in the plural form. "Play" is the correct form of the verb for multiple subjects.

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  • 14. 

    Each of the dogs (bark, barks) at strangers.

    • Bark

    • Barks

    Correct Answer
    A. Barks
    Explanation
    The verb "barks" is the correct answer because when talking about multiple dogs, the verb should agree with the subject. In this case, the subject is "each of the dogs," which is singular. Therefore, the correct verb form to use is "barks."

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  • 15. 

    Everyone in a successful band (practices, practice) frequently

    • Practices

    • Practice

    Correct Answer
    A. Practices
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "practices" because the subject "everyone" is a singular pronoun, so the verb should also be in the singular form. Therefore, "practices" is the correct verb form in this sentence.

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  • 16. 

    Nobody can beat his self-esteem when it comes to food preparation and cooking.  His bravado and daring nature is at full blast whenever he lets us taste his prepared dishes.

    • Confidence

    • Insecurity

    • Influence

    • Charm

    Correct Answer
    A. Confidence
    Explanation
    The given statement describes someone who is extremely confident in their abilities and takes pride in their cooking skills. This person's self-esteem is unmatched when it comes to food preparation, and they display their boldness and fearlessness by allowing others to taste their dishes. Therefore, the correct answer is confidence.

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  • 17. 

    Many companies also ______ computers.

    • Buy

    • Buys

    Correct Answer
    A. Buy
    Explanation
    The verb "buy" is used in the present tense to agree with the subject "companies."

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  • 18. 

    The bird sang from the bough of the tree. Then the bird hopped to another branch and sang some more. The word bough means?

    • Branch

    • Tree

    • Trunk

    Correct Answer
    A. Branch
    Explanation
    The word "bough" refers to a large branch of a tree. In the given context, the bird sang from one branch of the tree and then moved to another branch to continue singing. Therefore, the correct answer is "branch."

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  • 19. 

    My friends consider Harold to be a food connoisseur. They know that he is very much knowledgeable in things related to food.

    • Cook

    • Expert

    • Admirer

    • Lover

    Correct Answer
    A. Expert
    Explanation
    Harold is considered a food connoisseur by his friends because they know that he is highly knowledgeable in things related to food. This suggests that he has expertise in the subject and is well-versed in various aspects of food, such as cooking techniques, flavors, and ingredients. Therefore, the term "expert" accurately describes Harold's level of knowledge and understanding in the field of food.

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  • 20. 

    Jennifer had a scowl on her face. She was unhappy about her grades. What does Scowl mean?

    • Grin

    • Smile

    • Frown

    Correct Answer
    A. Frown
    Explanation
    Scowl means to have a displeased or angry expression on one's face. In this context, Jennifer's scowl indicates that she is unhappy about her grades. A frown is a facial expression that typically shows unhappiness or disapproval, which aligns with Jennifer's emotions in this situation.

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  • 21. 

    There was a time they made him try an exotic dish from India to see if its taste will prove to be too unfamiliar to him.

    • Unusual

    • Common

    • Delicious

    • Creative

    Correct Answer
    A. Unusual
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "unusual". This is because the sentence states that they made him try an exotic dish from India, implying that the dish was not something he would typically eat. Therefore, the taste of the dish would be unfamiliar and different from what he is used to, making it unusual.

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  • 22. 

    Her brothers _________ games on it.

    • Play

    • Plays

    Correct Answer
    A. Play
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "play" because when referring to multiple brothers, the verb "play" should be used in its base form without the -s ending.

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  • 23. 

    They say that he can identify and pinpoint the distinct flavors and tastes of each of the ingredients found in the food he samples.

    • Similar

    • Artificial

    • Combined

    • Different

    Correct Answer
    A. Different
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that the person in question possesses the ability to recognize and differentiate between the individual flavors and tastes of the ingredients in the food he tries. This implies that the flavors and tastes are not the same or identical, but rather distinct or different from one another. Therefore, the correct answer is "different".

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  • 24. 

    He would have praised this delightful dish thoroughly if only he weren’t so flabbergasted by it that he remained still for almost a minute.

    • Unaffected

    • Disturbed

    • Amazed

    • Sickened

    Correct Answer
    A. Amazed
    Explanation
    The passage states that the person was "flabbergasted" by the dish and remained still for almost a minute. This implies that the person was extremely surprised or astonished by the dish. Therefore, the correct answer is "amazed," as it accurately describes the person's reaction to the dish.

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  • 25. 

    Though he prefers to maintain the original recipes as much as possible, he is willing to alter them a little to improve its taste.

    • Adjust

    • Retain

    • Substitute

    • Exchange

    Correct Answer
    A. Adjust
    Explanation
    The word "adjust" best fits the given sentence because it implies making small changes to the original recipes in order to enhance their taste. The sentence suggests that the person is open to modifying the recipes slightly, indicating a willingness to make adjustments. The other options, "retain," "substitute," and "exchange," do not convey the same idea of making small alterations to improve the taste.

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  • 26. 

    One thing is for sure, no matter what the occasion is, you can count on Harold to provide a wide array of delightful dishes.  He will always create a wonderful assortment of food that will amaze others.

    • Suggestion

    • Improvement

    • Limitation

    • Selection

    Correct Answer
    A. Selection
    Explanation
    Harold's ability to provide a wide array of delightful dishes indicates that he has a variety of options to choose from. This suggests that the correct answer is "selection" because it accurately describes Harold's capability to offer a diverse range of food choices for any occasion.

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  • 27. 

    The flavorful and sweet aroma of the dish permeated the air.  It was immediately smelled by those who entered the room.

    • Attached

    • Detached

    • Killed

    • Filled

    Correct Answer
    A. Filled
    Explanation
    The sentence describes how the aroma of the dish spread through the air, suggesting that the air was completely saturated with the smell. The word "filled" accurately conveys this idea, as it means to occupy or pervade a space completely.

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  • 28. 

    Harold was specially enthralled and fascinated by its unique taste as soon as it touched his lips.

    • Disgusted

    • Charmed

    • Shocked

    • Confused

    Correct Answer
    A. Charmed
    Explanation
    The sentence states that Harold was "specially enthralled and fascinated" by the taste as soon as it touched his lips. This indicates that he had a positive reaction to the taste, which aligns with the meaning of "charmed."

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  • 29. 

    (One, Many) of us sometimes forget to bring a water bottle.

    • One

    • Many

    Correct Answer
    A. One
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "One." This is because the sentence is referring to a singular person who occasionally forgets to bring a water bottle. The word "One" indicates that it is only one individual out of a group who forgets, not multiple people.

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  • 30. 

    Harold appreciates the praises he gets from the dishes he prepares but he prefers receiving honest critique in order for him to improve his craft.

    • Achievement

    • Admiration

    • Payment

    • Evaluation

    Correct Answer
    A. Evaluation
    Explanation
    Harold values receiving honest critique because it allows him to improve his cooking skills. While he appreciates the praises he receives for his dishes, he understands that constructive feedback is essential for growth and development in his craft. Evaluation helps him identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments to enhance his cooking abilities.

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