Let’s go through each question one by one. The goal is to pick the correct verb form that matches the subject in number (singular or plural) and person.
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1. The athlete (run runs) in several marathons a year.
→ “The athlete” is singular → needs singular verb →
runs
2. The candidates (debate debates) at the end of the month.
→ “The candidates” is plural → needs plural verb →
debate
3. The class is over when the students (finish finishes) the test.
→ “The students” is plural → needs plural verb →
finish
4. Despite arriving late, Gene (leave leaves) early every day.
→ “Gene” is singular → needs singular verb →
leaves
5. Our teachers (work works) a lot less in the summer.
→ “Our teachers” is plural → needs plural verb →
work
6. When (is are) we going to the beach?
→ Subject is “we” → plural → needs “are” →
are
7. Danielle (is are) the best speller in class.
→ “Danielle” is singular → needs “is” →
is
8. When Grandma bakes cookies, my brothers (is are) always happy.
→ “My brothers” is plural → needs “are” →
are
9. Who (is are) the performers at the concert?
→ “Performers” is plural → so “who” refers to plural → needs “are” →
are
10. No matter what, Kevin (is are) always early to lunch.
→ “Kevin” is singular → needs “is” →
is
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Final Answer:
1. runs
2. debate
3. finish
4. leaves
5. work
6. are
7. is
8. are
9. are
10. is
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of worksheet on subject verb agreement for grade 8.
