To solve the problem, we need to determine whether to use "was" or "were" in each sentence. The choice depends on the subject of the sentence and whether it is singular or plural.
Rules for "Was" and "Were":
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Was is used with singular subjects.
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Were is used with plural subjects.
Let's analyze each sentence:
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1. They ________ delayed by the weather.
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Subject: "They" (plural)
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Correct Answer:
Were
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2. I ________ supposed to play the lead role.
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Subject: "I" (singular)
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Correct Answer:
Was
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3. My friends ________ very excited to hear the news.
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Subject: "My friends" (plural)
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Correct Answer:
Were
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4. My new desk ________ delivered yesterday.
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Subject: "My new desk" (singular)
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Correct Answer:
Was
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5. Your glasses ________ in the floor.
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Subject: "Your glasses" (plural, as glasses are typically considered a pair)
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Correct Answer:
Were
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6. My puppy ________ really well-behaved this morning.
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Subject: "My puppy" (singular)
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Correct Answer:
Was
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7. Toys ________ strewn everywhere.
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Subject: "Toys" (plural)
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Correct Answer:
Were
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Final Answers:
1.
Were
2.
Was
3.
Were
4.
Was
5.
Were
6.
Was
7.
Were
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{array}{l}
1. \text{Were} \\
2. \text{Was} \\
3. \text{Were} \\
4. \text{Was} \\
5. \text{Were} \\
6. \text{Was} \\
7. \text{Were}
\end{array}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of was were worksheet.
