Grammar and Language Workbook

Draw two lines under the verb in parentheses that agrees with the subject.
The cost of the reception (was, were) thousands of dollars.
1. Crashing cymbals (becomes, become) the climax of the musical composition.
2. Biographies (is, are) Mom’s favorite type of reading material.
3. Grandfather’s farms (is, are) a quiet retreat for the entire family.
4. The constellation the Big Dipper (is, are) becoming the Big Spatula.
5. The dinner menu (was, were) several tempting entrées and nearly a dozen side dishes,
appetizers, and desserts.
6. Our vacation (is, are) four days and three nights at a luxurious resort.
7. The cliffs overlooking the blue sea (seems, seem) a perfect spot to paint.
8. The banner (is, are) several sheets of paper fastened together.
9. Mary’s morning journey (was, were) leisurely rambles to and from the antique stores.
10. The highlight of the celebration (remains, remain) the fireworks.
11. New television programs (is, are) the topic of this press conference.
12. The piled coats (was, were) an ideal hiding place for my cat Sophy.
13. These pearls (appears, appear) to be one of Aunt Alicia’s heirlooms.
14. Balloon rides (becomes, become) a popular attraction when the weather is clear and dry.
15. Jonathan’s correspondence (is, are) two postcards and an unfinished letter.
16. Samantha’s agenda (seems, seem) a series of disconnected ideas.
17. Jerome’s notes (is, are) a neatly organized narrative.
18. The best part of the play (was, were) the chase scenes.
19. Four of the five songs (becomes, become) a beautiful medley when they are sung in sequence.
20. Three games (remains, remain) a complete set.

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 Exercise 2