Explanation:
We need to choose the correct verb (singular or plural) based on the subject of each sentence. Remember:
- Singular subjects (one person/thing) → use singular verbs (e.g., *is*, *was*, *has*, *does*, *agrees*)
- Plural subjects (more than one) → use plural verbs (e.g., *are*, *were*, *have*, *do*, *agree*)
Let’s go sentence by sentence:
1.
The players (plural) → *are* going…
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2.
Jane (singular) → *was* going… (Note: “she had chores” tells us it’s past tense, so *was*, not *is*)
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3.
Stephen (singular) → *is* one of the best players…
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4.
The coach (singular) → *was* very excited… (past event — team *won* tournament)
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5.
They (plural) → *are* one of the highest scoring teams…
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6.
My best friend (singular) → *was* there when I arrived… (past tense)
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7.
your parents (plural) → *do* live… (present tense question; “Where do your parents live?” is standard)
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8.
Alex (singular) → *has* two older brothers…
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9.
Each teammate (singular — “each” makes it singular even if group is big) → *has* a trophy…
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10.
Making the pizza (gerund phrase = singular subject) → *is* a lot of work…
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11.
The team (treated as singular unit here) → *has* only one last season left…
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12.
Derek (singular) → *is* one of the smartest players…
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13.
The coach (singular) → *agrees* that I should practice… (present tense; subject = coach)
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14.
you (second person — always takes plural verb form in present tense, even though “you” can be singular or plural) → *do* feel…
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- Note: In questions, “How do you feel…” is correct. “Does” is for third-person singular (he/she/it), not *you*.
Let me double-check tricky ones:
- #9: “Each teammate” → always singular → *has* ✔️
- #10: Gerund phrases act as singular nouns → *is* ✔️
- #14: “you” never takes *does* — only *do* ✔️
All choices are now confirmed.
Final Answer:
1. are
2. was
3. is
4. was
5. are
6. was
7. do
8. has
9. has
10. is
11. has
12. is
13. agrees
14. do
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of subject verb agreement worksheet high school.
