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Subjects, Predicates & Agreement

Grade 1 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-16UK914-Z9F4

1.

Identify the complete subject: One wheel turns slowly.

2.

Identify the complete predicate: Our science class studies rocks.

3.

Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? One wheel turns slowly.

4.

Identify the complete subject: The shelter dogs need homes.

5.

Identify the complete predicate: The map and compass belong in the pack.

6.

Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? The map and compass belong in the pack.

7.

Identify the complete subject: The map and compass belong in the pack.

8.

Identify the complete predicate: The results show a pattern.

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Identify the complete subject: One wheel turns slowly.One wheel
  2. Identify the complete predicate: Our science class studies rocks.studies rocks
  3. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? One wheel turns slowly.turns
  4. Identify the complete subject: The shelter dogs need homes.The shelter dogs
  5. Identify the complete predicate: The map and compass belong in the pack.belong in the pack
  6. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? The map and compass belong in the pack.belong
  7. Identify the complete subject: The map and compass belong in the pack.The map and compass
  8. Identify the complete predicate: The results show a pattern.show a pattern

Worked example

Locate the subject and its head noun, then match the verb to that noun.

Common mistake

Matching a verb to a nearby noun inside a phrase.

Helpful hint

Temporarily cross out interrupting phrases.