Exercise
In each sentence below, two verbs appear in parentheses. First, circle the
or compound subject of the sentence. Then underline the verb that agrees with its sub
1. Most of that nation's natural resources (has, have) been depleted.
2. Everybody on the two debating teams (appears, appear) ready to begin.
3. Many of the methods used to restore pieces of art (requires, require) precision.
4. All of the driveway (has, have) been resurfaced.
5. The producer and director (has, have) discussed the script changes together.
6. The captain and quarterback of the Elmwood Eagles (is, are) Eduardo Valdez.
7. One adult or two children (fits, fit) in the seat of the bumper car.
8. Neither of the candidates (seems, seem) strong on the issues.
9. Neither stars nor the moon (is, are) visible tonight.
10. Either Harold or one of his brothers (is, are) going to the meeting.
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