Task Overview:
The task involves completing sentences by choosing the correct verb form from the given options. The focus is on using singular and plural verbs correctly, as well as ensuring subject-verb agreement.
Solution and Explanation:
####
Question 1:
> The news __________ faster this days because of social media.
-
Options:
A. spread
B. spreads
-
Explanation:
"News" is an uncountable noun, so it requires a singular verb. The correct form is "spreads."
-
Answer:
B. spreads
---
####
Question 2:
> Colitis __________ to the inflammation of the inner lining of the colon.
-
Options:
A. refers
B. refer
-
Explanation:
"Colitis" is a singular noun, so it requires a singular verb. The correct form is "refers."
-
Answer:
A. refers
---
####
Question 3:
> Mathematics usually __________ children.
-
Options:
A. scares
B. scare
-
Explanation:
"Mathematics" is a singular noun, so it requires a singular verb. The correct form is "scares."
-
Answer:
A. scares
---
####
Question 4:
> Molasses __________ in color, consistency, flavor, and sugar content.
-
Options:
A. vary
B. varies
-
Explanation:
"Molasses" is a singular noun, so it requires a singular verb. The correct form is "varies."
-
Answer:
B. varies
---
####
Question 5:
> Gallows __________ a wooden frame, consisting of a crossbeam on two uprights, on which condemned persons are executed by hanging.
-
Options:
A. are
B. is
-
Explanation:
"Gallows" is a singular noun (even though it may sound plural), referring to a single structure. Therefore, it requires a singular verb. The correct form is "is."
-
Answer:
B. is
---
####
Question 6:
> Scoliosis __________ a sideways curvature of the spine that most often is diagnosed in adolescents.
-
Options:
A. are
B. is
-
Explanation:
"Scoliosis" is a singular noun, so it requires a singular verb. The correct form is "is."
-
Answer:
B. is
---
####
Question 7:
> Physics __________ with the structure of matter and the interactions between the fundamental constituents of the observable universe.
-
Options:
A. deals
B. deal
-
Explanation:
"Physics" is a singular noun, so it requires a singular verb. The correct form is "deals."
-
Answer:
A. deals
---
####
Question 8:
> Tonsillitis __________ inflammation of the tonsils, two oval-shaped pads of tissue at the back of the throat — one tonsil on each side.
-
Options:
A. are
B. is
-
Explanation:
"Tonsillitis" is a singular noun, so it requires a singular verb. The correct form is "is."
-
Answer:
B. is
---
Final Answers:
1.
B. spreads
2.
A. refers
3.
A. scares
4.
B. varies
5.
B. is
6.
B. is
7.
A. deals
8.
B. is
Boxed Final Answer:
\boxed{B, A, A, B, B, B, A, B}
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of plural nouns worksheet grade 6.