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Subjects, Predicates & Agreement

Grade 3 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-1IVIM7D-QML0

Four children and a teacher collaborate with blocks, patterns, and a notebook.
1.

Identify the complete subject: Either route leads downtown.

2.

Identify the complete predicate: Evidence from both sources supports the claim.

3.

Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Mathematics helps engineers test designs.

4.

Identify the complete subject: Mathematics helps engineers test designs.

5.

Identify the complete predicate: Either route leads downtown.

6.

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

7.

Identify the complete predicate: Neither answer seems complete.

8.

Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? The shelter dogs need homes.

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: Either route leads downtown.Either route
  2. Identify the complete predicate: Evidence from both sources supports the claim.supports the claim
  3. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Mathematics helps engineers test designs.helps
  4. Identify the complete subject: Mathematics helps engineers test designs.Mathematics
  5. Identify the complete predicate: Either route leads downtown.leads downtown
  6. Identify the complete subject: The map and compass belong in the pack.The map and compass
  7. Identify the complete predicate: Neither answer seems complete.seems complete
  8. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? The shelter dogs need homes.need

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.