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2 A Grammar Workbook LESSONS Each lesson introduces a specific aspect of subject–verb agreement through simple explanations and examples. PRACTICE Exercises allow learners to apply the rules through sentence completion, multiple- choice questions, and error correction. APPLICATION Writing activities encourage learners to use subject–verb agreement in their own sentences and a short paragraph. ASSESSMENT A final grammar challenge allows learners to demonstrate what they have learned. REFLECTION A self-check section helps learners evaluate their understanding and identify areas that may require further practice.ABOUT THIS WORKBOOKABOUT THIS WORKBOOKABOUT THIS WORKBOOKABOUT THIS WORKBOOK Subject–Verb Agreement: A Digital Grammar Workbook is designed to help learners understand and apply the basic rules of subject–verb agreement in writing. The workbook combines clear explanations, examples, guided exercises, error-correction activities, and writing tasks to support students in developing grammatical accuracy. The activities in the workbook are organized as follows: MATERIAL INFORMATION Topic: Subject–Verb Agreement Target Skill: Reading & Writing Intended Users: For Junior-High School students Format: Digital Flipbook-Style Workbook
3 A Grammar Workbook HOW TO USE THIS WORKBOOK Follow these simple steps as you work through the activities: 1. LEARN Read the short explanations and examples in each lesson. 2. UNDERSTAND Pay attention to the grammar rules and examples provided. 3. PRACTICE Complete the exercises after each lesson. 4. CHECK Review your answers and identify any mistakes. 5. APPLY Use what you have learned to create your own sentences and paragraph. 6. CHALLENGE YOURSELF Complete the final challenge and check your progress.LEARNING GOALS & HOW TO USELEARNING GOALS & HOW TO USELEARNING GOALS & HOW TO USELEARNING GOALS & HOW TO USE LEARNING GOALS By the end of this workbook, you will be able to: Identify the subject and verb in a sentence; Apply the basic rules of subject–verb agreement; Choose the correct verb for singular and plural subjects; Recognize and correct common subject–verb agreement errors; and Use subject–verb agreement correctly when writing sentences and a short paragraph. REMEMBER: Don't just memorize the rules—use them in your writing!
4Table of Contents GRAMMAR WORKBOOK Table of Contents About This Workbook........................................................................................... Learning Goals & How to Use............................................................................. Lesson 1 — Subject–Verb Agreement Basics........................................................ Lesson 1 — Rules and Examples........................................................................... Exercise 1 — Practice the Basics.......................................................................... Lesson 2 — Compound Subjects......................................................................... Exercise 2 — Connect & Correct........................................................................ Lesson 3 — Indefinite & Special Subjects............................................................ GETTING STARTED 02 01 LESSONS & PRACTICE WRITING & ASSESSMENT Writing Lab — Build a Sentence.......................................................................... Writing Lab — Put It Together.............................................................................. Final Challenge — Show What You Know!.......................................................... Answer Key & Self-Check............................................................................... 03 05 06 07 08 09 10 Exercise 3 — Pick the Perfect Verb...................................................................... Lesson 4 — Common Grammar Traps.................................................................. Exercise 4 — Find & Fix!....................................................................................... Grammar Detective — Challenge Round............................................................. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18-19
SUBJECT-VERB AGREEMENT BASICS 5Lesson 1 LESSON1Subject-Verb Agreement It is the grammatical rule stating that a subject and its verb must agree in number (a singular subject takes a singular verb, while a plural subject takes a plural verb). It refers to the person, place, thing, or idea that performs the action or is described in the sentence. Example: The dog barks. (The subject is the dog) Subject Verb It refers to the word that expresses the action, occurrence, or state of being . Example: The dog barks. (The verb is barks.) Singular Subject: Refers to one entity (e.g., cat, teacher, he). Plural Subject: Refers to more than one entity (e.g., cats, teachers, they). Singular and Plural Subjects
RULES AND EXAMPLES 6Lesson 1 LESSON1 Basic Rules Singular subjects take singular verbs, which typically end in -s or - es in the present tense. Example: She runs every morning Plural subjects take plural verbs, which typically do not end in -s. Example: They run every morning Reminders! Words located between the subject and verb (such as prepositional phrases) do not change the subject's number. Example: The captain, along with his crew, is ready Pronouns like he, she, and it take singular verbs, while we and they take plural verbs. The singular pronoun I takes am,was,do,have, while you always takes a plural verb form regardless of whether it refers to one person or many
EXERCISE 1 7Exercise 1 Practice the Basics AVTIVITY 1: Choose the Correct Verb Direction: Underline the verb inside the parentheses that correctly completes each sentence. 1.The cat (runs / run) across the yard to catch the ball. 2.My brothers (has / have) a collection of old comic books. 3.Every student in the classroom (listens / listen) attentively to the teacher. 4.She (knows / know) how to play the piano very well. 5.You (is / are) going to do great on the test today. ACTIVITY 2: Fill in the Blanks Direction: Write the correct present-tense form of the verb provided in parentheses to complete the sentence. 1. The manager, along with her assistant, _________ (plan) the weekly schedule. 2. They _________ (study) together at the library every afternoon. 3. The dog with the big spots _________ (bark) at passing cars. 4. I _________ (enjoy) going for long walks during the weekend. 5. The books on that top shelf _________ (belong) to the school library.
COMPOUND SUBJECTS 8Lesson 2 WHAT IS A COMPOUND SUBJECT?11 When two or more subjects are joined by and, they usually take a plural verb. Examples: Ana and Mark are classmates. The dog and the cat play together. My brother and sister enjoy reading. Remember: Subject + AND + Subject → Plural Verb SUBJECTS JOINED BY AND22 SUBJECTS JOINED BY OR When subjects are joined by or, the verb agrees with the subject closest to it. Examples: Either the teacher or the students are responsible. Either the students or the teacher is responsible. 🔎 Tip: Look at the subject immediately before the verb. A compound subject contains two or more subjects that share the same verb or action. The subjects are usually connected by and, or, or nor. Examples: Maria and John study together. The teacher and the students work together. LESSON233 The same rule generally applies when subjects are joined by nor. Examples: Neither the teacher nor the students are available. Neither the students nor the teacher is available. SUBJECTS JOINED BY AND WATCH OUT! Do not automatically use a plural verb just because two nouns appear in the sentence. X Neither the students nor the teacher are ready. ✓ Neither the students nor the teacher is ready. The subject closest to the verb is teacher, so the verb must be is.Quick Reminder AND → usually plural OR/NOR → agree with the nearer subject
EXERCISE 2 9Exercise 2 CONNECT & CORRECT Directions Complete the activities below. Apply the rules for compound subjects joined by and, or, and nor. Match each subject in Column A with the verb phrase in Column B. Column A 1.The teacher and the students 2.Either the manager or the assistants 3.Neither the players nor the coach 4.My brother and sister Column B A. is attending the meeting. B. are practicing for the competition. C. are working on the project. D. enjoy reading novels. Each sentence contains an error. Rewrite it correctly. 5. The books and the notebook is on the table. 6. Either the parents or the child are responsible. 7. Neither the teacher nor the students is ready. B. FIND & FIX! C. MAKE IT YOUR OWN! Write a sentence using a compound subject. 8. Use AND: 9. Use OR or NOR:Before you finish, ask yourself: ☐ Did I use a plural verb with subjects joined by AND? ☐ Did I check the nearer subject with OR/NOR? ☐ Did I check my sentences for agreement?QUICK CHECK A. MATCH IT!
INDEFINITE AND SPECIAL SUBJECTS 10Lesson 3 1. Everyone Refers to all people in a group. It is considered singular, so it takes a singular verb. Example: Everyone is ready for the presentation. 2. Everybody Has the same meaning as everyone and refers to all people. It is also singular. Example: Everybody enjoys the activity. 3. Someone Refers to one person, but the person's identity is not specified. It takes a singular verb. Example: Someone has left a message. 4. Somebody Has the same meaning as someone. It refers to an unspecified person and takes a singular verb. Example: Somebody needs help with the assignment. 5. Anyone Refers to any person, without identifying a specific individual. It is singular. Example: Anyone can participate in the discussion. 6. Nobody Refers to no person or not a single person. Although it refers to zero people, it is grammatically singular. Example: Nobody knows the answer. 7. Each Refers to every individual person or thing in a group, considered separately. It always takes a singular verb. Example: Each student has a copy of the activity. 8. Either Refers to one of two people or things. When used as a subject by itself, it takes a singular verb. Example: Either is acceptable for the presentation. 9. Neither Refers to not one or the other of two people or things. It is treated as singular when used alone. Example: Neither was available for the meeting. LESSON3 What Are Indefinite Subjects? Indefinite subjects refer to people or things without identifying a specific person or thing. Some indefinite pronouns are treated as singular subjects, so they require singular verbs. THE SPECIAL SUBJECTS:
EXERCISE 3 11Exercise 3A. Multiple Choice Instructions: Choose the correct answer. 1. Everybody _____ excited about the presentation. a. is b. are 2. Someone _____ knocking at the door. a. is b. are 3. Each student _____ a speech topic. a. has b. have 4. Neither _____ correct. a. was b. were 5. Anyone _____ participate in the activity. a. can b. cans 6. Nobody _____ the answer. a. knows b. know 7. Somebody _____ waiting outside. a. is b. are 8. Either _____ acceptable. a. is b. areActivity 1: Fill in the Blanks Instruction: Write the correct form of the verb in parentheses. 1. Everyone _______ ready for the activity. (is/are) 2. Somebody _______ my notebook. (has/have) 3. Each student _______ a chance to speak. (gets/get) 4. Nobody _______ the answer. (knows/know) 5. Anybody _______ join the discussion. (can/cans) 6. Neither _______ available. (was/were) 7. Everybody _______ the instructions. (understands/understand) 8. Someone _______ waiting for you. (is/are)Activity 2: Pick the Perfect VerbActivity 3: Correct the Sentence Rewrite each sentence correctly. 1. Everyone are listening carefully. 2. Each student have a task. 3. Nobody know the answer. 4. Someone have taken my pen. 5. Neither were ready. 6. Everybody enjoy the activity. 7. Somebody are calling you. 8. Anyone can participates in the activity.
COMMON GRAMMAR TRAPS IN SUBJECT-VERB AGREEMENT 12Lesson 4 Subject-verb agreement errors occur when the subject and verb do not agree in number. The following are some of the common mistakes in subject-verb agreement: ERROR WITH COLLECTIVE NOUNS Examples: The box of chocolates is on the table. X The boc of chocolates are on the table. The students in the classroom are studying. X The students in the classroom is studying QUICK TIP: Ignore prepositional phrases - such as of chocolates, in the classroom, and with her students when identifying the subject. Collective nouns represent a group but may take singular or plural verbs depending on the meaning. QUICK TIP: In American English, collective nouns are usually singular. In British English, they can be plural depending on context. ERROR WITH INDEFINITE PRONOUNSIndefinite pronouns can be tricky because some are singular, some are plural, and others can be both. Explain that words or phrases placed between the subject and verb can make it difficult to identify the correct verb. The verb must agree with the main subject, not with the noun closest to it. LESSON4 WORDS BETWEEN THE SUBJECT AND THE VERB✓ The team is winning. (as one unit) ✓ The team are arguing among themselves. (as individuals) Common Collective Nouns team, family, group, committee, audience, class, government
EXERCISE 4 13Exercise 4 ERROR WITH COMPOUND SUBJECTEXERCISE 4: FIND & FIX! Directions: Read each sentence carefully. Identify the subject–verb agreement error by drawing a line and rewrite the sentence correctly. A. Find the Error 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. The basket of apples are on the table.____________________________________ The students in our class is preparing for the activity.__________________________ Everyone have a chance to participate.___________________________________ My brother and sister is at home.________________________________________ Each of the players have a uniform.______________________________________ Neither the teacher nor the students was prepared.__________________________ The group of dancers are practicing in the gym._____________________________ Somebody need to clean the room.______________________________________ everyone, everybody, someone, somebody, nobody, each, either, neither, everything, something, nothing ALWAYS SINGULAR: ALWAYS SINGULAR: few, many, several, both CAN BE SINGULAR OR PLURAL: all, some, any, none, most ✓ Everyone loves ice cream. X Everyone love ice cream. ✓ Many are waiting outside. X Many is waiting outside. ✓ Some of the water is cold. ✓ Some of the people are friendly. MISTAKE: Learners often forget that when two subjects are joined by “and”, the verb should usually be plural. EXCEPTION: X Tom and Jerry is funny. ✓ Tom and Jerry are funny. Errors with compound subjects occur when the subjects joined by words like and are paired with the wrong verb. When two subjects refer to a single entity or idea, the verb is singular. ✓ Fish and chips is my favorite meal. ✓ Bread and butter goes well together.Common grammar traps in subject-verb agreement.
CHALLENGE ROUND 14challenge round During the school program, the group of performers are waiting backstage. → __________________________________________ Before the class presentation, the students in our section is practicing their lines. → __________________________________________ For our group project, Maria and Ana is preparing the visual aids. → __________________________________________ At the school canteen, fish and chips are my favorite meal. → __________________________________________ Before the examination, everyone in the classroom have received a copy of the test. → __________________________________________ After the announcement, many of the students is waiting outside the office. → __________________________________________ During the meeting, some of the information are difficult to understand. → __________________________________________ During the basketball game, the team is celebrating their victory together. → __________________________________________ For the class project, the committee are discussing the plan as one group. → __________________________________________ Before the school activity, the box of materials are placed near the door. → __________________________________________ Before correcting each sentence, ask yourself: What is the subject? Is the subject singular or plural? Is the subject a compound, indefinite, or collective noun? Does the verb agree with the subject? Directions: Read each contextualized sentence carefully. Identify the subject–verb agreement error and rewrite the sentence correctly. GRAMMAR DETECTIVE: CHALLENGE ROUND 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. GRAMMAR DETECTIVE TIPS 1. 2.
15WRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENT Directions: Construct a complete sentence using each subject and verb. Make sure that the subject and verb agree in number. Example: Subject: The students Verb: study Your Sentence: The students study English every day. A. Build Your Own Sentences 1. Subject: The teacher Verb: explain Your sentence: _______________________________ 2. Subject : My friends Verb: enjoy Your sentence: _______________________________ 3. Subject: Everyone Verb: deserve Your sentence: _______________________________ 4. Subject: The children Verb: play Your sentence: _______________________________ 5. Subject : My mother Verb: prepare Your sentence: _______________________________ B. Challenge Yourself! Write two original sentences: One sentence with a singular subject: One sentence with a plural subject: Before writing your sentence, ask yourself: “Is my subject singular or plural?” Then choose the verb that agrees with it. WRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENTWRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENTWRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENTWRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENT GRAMMAR TIPWRITING LAB: BUILD A SENTENCE
16WRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENT Directions: Write a short paragraph of 4–5 sentences about “A Day in My Life.” Your paragraph Your paragraph must: Use both singular and plural subjects. Use correct subject–verb agreement. Begin each sentence with a capital letter. Use appropriate punctuation. Make sure every subject agrees with its verb. Example: Every morning, my sister wakes up early. She prepares breakfast for our family. My brothers help her in the kitchen. Everyone enjoys eating together before starting the day. Your Turn! ✍ Title: A Day in My Life Self-Check ✓ Before moving to the next page, check your paragraph: ☐ I used singular subjects correctly. ☐ I used plural subjects correctly. ☐ My subjects agree with their verbs. ☐ I used correct capitalization. ☐ I used correct punctuation.WRITING LAB: PUT IT WRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENTWRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENTWRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENTWRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENT
17 WRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENTDirections: Complete all parts of the final challenge. Read each sentence carefully and apply what you have learned about subject–verbFINAL CHALLENGE: SHOW WHAT YOU KNOW!Part A — Multiple Choice Choose the correct verb. 1.The student ________ her assignment every night. a. complete b. completes c. completing d. have complete 2. My friends ________ basketball after class. a. plays b. playing c. play d. is playing 3. Everyone ________ a chance to participate. a. deserve b. deserving c. are deserving d. deserves 4. The books on the table ________ mine. a. is b. are c. was d. has 5. Neither of the answers ________ correct. a. are b. were c. is d. have Part B — Error Correction Directions: Identify the error and rewrite each sentence correctly. 1.The teacher explain the lesson clearly. Correct sentence: 2. My classmates is preparing for the activity. Correct sentence: 3. Everybody enjoy the school program. Correct sentence: Part C — Complete the Sentence Directions: Choose the correct form of the verb in parentheses. 1.The children __________ in the playground. (play) 2. My best friend __________ English books. (read) Part D — Short Writing Task Write 3 sentences about your school, family, or hobbies. Use correct subject–verb agreement in every sentence. 1. 2. 3. ⭐ FINAL REMINDER Subject + Verb = Agreement! Always check whether your subject is singular or plural before choosing the correct verb. WRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENTWRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENTWRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENTWRITING APPLICATION & ASSESSMENT
ACT. 3. Correct the Sentence 1.Everyone is listening carefully. 2.Each student has a task. 3.Nobody knows the answer. 4.Someone has taken my pen. 5.Neither was ready. 6.Everybody enjoys the activity. 7.Somebody is calling you. 8.Anyone can participate in the activity.ACT 2. Multiple Choice 1.a. is 2.a. is 3.a. has 4.a. was 5.a. can 6.a. knows 7.a. is 8.a. isExercise 3 ACT. 1 Fill in the Blanks 1.is 2.has 3.gets 4.knows 5.can 6.was 7.understands 8.isExercise 1: Practice the Basics Activity 1: Choose the Correct Verb 1.runs 2.have 3.listens 4.knows 5.are Activity 2: Fill in the Blanks 1.plans 2.study 3.barks 4. enjoy 5.belongExercise 2 — Connect & Correct A. Match It! 1. A 2. D 3. C 4. B B. Find & Fix! 5. Mia and Carlo are preparing their presentation. 6. Either the students or the teacher is responsible. 7. Neither Ana nor Luis is available. C. Make It Your Own! 8–9. Answers will vary. Answers should demonstrate correct subject–verb agreement.Exercise 4: Find the Error 1.is — During the school program, the group of performers is waiting backstage. 2.are — Before the class presentation, the students in our section are practicing their lines. 3.are — For our group project, Maria and Ana are preparing the visual aids. 4.is — At the school canteen, fish and chips is my favorite meal. 5.has — Before the examination, everyone in the classroom has received a copy of the test. 6.are — After the announcement, many of the students are waiting outside the office. 7.is — During the meeting, some of the information is difficult to understand. 8.is — During the basketball game, the team is celebrating their victory together. (Correct as written.) 9.is — For the class project, the committee is discussing the plan as one group. 10.is — Before the school activity, the box of materials is placed near the door.18Answer key ANSWER KEYANSWER KEYANSWER KEYANSWER KEY
Exercise 8 Final Challenge Part A — Multiple Choice 1.B — completes 2.C — play 3.D — deserves 4.B — are 5.C — is Part B — Error Correction 1.X The teacher explain the lesson clearly. ✓ The teacher explains the lesson clearly. 2.X My classmates is preparing for the activity. ✓ My classmates are preparing for the activity. 3.X Everybody enjoy the school program. ✓ Everybody enjoys the school program. Part C — Complete the Sentence 1.The children play in the playground. 2.My best friend reads English books. Part D — Short Writing Task Answers may vary. Each sentence should demonstrate correct subject–verb agreement. Challenge Round: Grammar Detective 1.is — During the school program, the list of performers is posted near the entrance. 2.are — Before the presentation, the students in our group are practicing their lines. 3.are — For the class activity, Anna and Mark are preparing the materials. 4.has — Everyone in the classroom has completed the activity. 5.has — Each of the participants has received a name tag. 6.were — Neither the teacher nor the students were ready for the presentation. 7.is — The team is celebrating its victory after the game. 8.is — Some of the information is included in the report. For Exercises 6 and 7, answers may vary. Accept responses that demonstrate correct subject–verb agreement, complete sentence construction, capitalization, and punctuation. 19Answer key ANSWER KEYANSWER KEYANSWER KEYANSWER KEY
YOU’VE GOT IT !YOU’VE GOT IT !YOU’VE GOT IT !YOU’VE GOT IT ! SUBJECT–VERB AGREEMENT IS ALL ABOUT MAKING YOUR WORDS WORK TOGETHER. KEEP PRACTICING WHAT YOU'VE LEARNED, APPLY THE RULES IN YOUR WRITING, AND REMEMBER: WRITE IT RIGHT. MAKE IT AGREE. Prepared by: Group 2 Amoncio, Cyrus Faith Budiongan, Jancile Marie Ganzon, Cindy Nigparanon, Maria Fe Renoblas, Rellien Course/Subject: EDUC 9 Instructor: Dr. Ma. Josie P. Niño School: BISU-Main Campus Academic Year: 2026–2027 MATERIAL INFORMATION Topic: Subject–Verb Agreement Target Skill: Reading & Writing Intended Users: Junior High School Students Format: Digital Flipbook-Style Workbook