In this lesson, students discuss the basic rules for matching matter and verb with individual and non-counting names. This lesson also describes many frequent exceptions. Choose the correct form of the verb that matches the theme. 15. Mathematics (is, are) John`s favorite subject, while Civics (is) Andreas the preferred subject. 7. One of my sisters (east, are) on a trip to France. 16. Eight dollars (is, is) the price of a movie these days. 5. George and Tamara (no, no) want to see this film.
9. The film, including all previews, (take, takes) about two hours to see. 19. There were fifteen candies in that bag. Now there`s only one left! 23. All CDs, even scratched, (are) in this case. 2. Either my mother or my father (east, are) come to the assembly. 22. The Prime Minister, together with his wife, cordially greets the press.
21. Committee members (management, management) have very different lives in the private sector. 10. Players, as well as the captain, (wants, wants) to win. Note: This lesson was previously called „Subverse agreement 2.“ 20. The Committee (debate, debate) has carefully addressed these issues. 4. Either my shoes or your coat (is, are) always on the floor. 8.
The man with all the birds (live, live) on my way.