Write in the blank the linking verb in parentheses that agrees with the subject of
each sentence.
Tulips
[
are
the centerpiece of the spring garden. (is, are)
1. Sighs
[
the first signal that Carmen is bored. (is, are)
2. A dark forest
[
actually several pieces of painted cardboard placed at the back of
the stage. (was, were)
3. Tony’s unusual dream
[
disjointed images when he describes it. (becomes,
become)
4. Morning chores
[
a determined effort to finish quickly. (becomes, become)
5. The amusing story
[
more unbelievable coincidences than I have ever heard put
into one tale. (is, are)
6. Maria’s supposedly astounding revelations
[
merely a repetition of her plan for
the wedding. (was, were)
7. The horses
[
a gentle herd roaming the countryside. (seems, seem)
8. This collection
[
the best short stories I have ever read. (remains, remain)
9. The art gallery festival
[
really several separate parties with very little in
common. (is, are)
10. Don’s restaurant guide
[
listings of the most reasonably priced and most
enjoyable eateries in the city. (is, are)
11. The show soon
[
individual acts rather than one entertainment. (becomes, become)
12. Presents placed under the tree
[
a reminder that the holidays were approaching.
(was, were)
13. Ideas for improving service
[
a study guide for employees. (becomes, become)
14. Phone calls
[
a great way to keep in touch with friends who live far away.
(seems, seem)
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