Exercise
Subject-Verb Agreement: Appositives and Parenthetical Phrases
Learn how to maintain correct subject-verb agreement when appositives or parenthetical phrases interrupt the sentence. Focus on matching the verb to the main subject.
Questions
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MultiChoice
The head doctor, together with her staff nurses, _____ the entire floor efficiently.
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My older brother, as well as his close teammates, _____ soccer every weekend.
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The suburban house, including the garage and backyard garden, _____ repair.
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The city mayor, along with three council members, _____ the opening speech.
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The historic painting, in addition to several bronze statues, _____ millions.
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The science teacher, accompanied by thirty students, _____ the museum.
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The brave ship captain, as well as his loyal crew members, _____ the storm.
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The textbook, besides the extra exercise workbooks, _____ on the desk.
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The head coach, together with the basketball players, _____ the post-game meal.
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The classroom computer, along with the color printers, _____ being upgraded.
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The young boy, including his two cousins, _____ to the park after school.
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The school principal, accompanied by two teachers, _____ the room now.