Grammar Quiz: Subject–Verb Agreement #1

Choose the form of the verb(s) that agrees with the subject.

. Lack of sleep and poor nutrition often _____ in the body's breakdown.

. Neither the textbook nor the lectures ______ the kind of detailed information that the instructor regularly puts on exams.

. Having a goal, as well as a desire to fulfill the goal, ______ extremely important in a person's future success.

. The build-up of gases in the air from burning large tracts of forest ______ to global warming.

. After slash and burn, there ______ not enough nutrients in the soil to support vegetation.

. A safe and healthy environment ______ in the top three concerns of Canadians these days.

. Every child and adult who purchases a ticket ______ eligible to receive a voucher from one of our sponsors.

. With less exposure to smoke ______ fewer illnesses and a stronger health care system.

. Although downloading music and movies from the Internet ______ illegal, it is not practical to impose a harsh penalty.

. 10. Rising levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere ______ the growth of trees but ______ trees to die younger.

. The temperature of the oceans that border Canada ______ the patterns of the country's fall and winter weather.

. Each assigned reading and handout ______ to be completed on the dates listed on the course calendar.

. Neither the players nor the coach ______ to blame for the unruly behaviour of the fans.

. None of the experts ______ prepared for the astute questions from the young journalist.

. Here ______ the case study and the report that you requested last week.

. Helena's choice for the perfect breakfast ______ bacon, eggs, toast, and coffee.

. Because individuals can express their opinions and engage in conversations through comments or blog posts, social media ______ more people feel involved in politics and entertainment.

. Rusty is one of the only dogs I know who ______ his dry dog food one piece at a time.

. John Le Carre's "The Night Manager" is one of those books that ______ difficult to put down once you've started reading.

. The team's success is due to the leadership of the coach and the dedication of the players, which ______ earned them a top place in the league.

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