Problem Explanation:
The task is to complete each sentence using the correct form of the verb "is" or "are." The rule provided at the top of the worksheet states:
- Use
is when referring to one thing.
- Use
are when referring to more than one thing.
We need to analyze each sentence and determine whether the subject is singular (one thing) or plural (more than one thing), then choose the appropriate verb.
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Solution:
1.
There ______ four flowers in the vase.
- Subject: "four flowers" (plural)
- Verb:
are
- Sentence: There
are four flowers in the vase.
2.
There ______ not one cloud in the sky.
- Subject: "not one cloud" (singular, because it refers to a single cloud)
- Verb:
is
- Sentence: There
is not one cloud in the sky.
3.
There ______ a puddle on the floor.
- Subject: "a puddle" (singular)
- Verb:
is
- Sentence: There
is a puddle on the floor.
4.
There ______ cookies in the jar.
- Subject: "cookies" (plural)
- Verb:
are
- Sentence: There
are cookies in the jar.
5.
There ______ a lamp in my bedroom.
- Subject: "a lamp" (singular)
- Verb:
is
- Sentence: There
is a lamp in my bedroom.
6.
There ______ kids playing in the playground.
- Subject: "kids" (plural)
- Verb:
are
- Sentence: There
are kids playing in the playground.
7.
There ______ a tree in our garden.
- Subject: "a tree" (singular)
- Verb:
is
- Sentence: There
is a tree in our garden.
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Final Answer:
1. There
are four flowers in the vase.
2. There
is not one cloud in the sky.
3. There
is a puddle on the floor.
4. There
are cookies in the jar.
5. There
is a lamp in my bedroom.
6. There
are kids playing in the playground.
7. There
is a tree in our garden.
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\text{are, is, is, are, is, are, is}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of there is there are worksheet.