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Subjects, Predicates & Agreement

Grade 4 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-11L0G5B-1568

1.

Identify the complete subject: The results show a pattern.

2.

Identify the complete predicate: The shelter dogs need homes.

3.

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

4.

Identify the complete subject: Either route leads downtown.

5.

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

6.

Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? A series of storms has changed the coast.

7.

Identify the complete subject: A series of storms has changed the coast.

8.

Identify the complete predicate: Either route leads downtown.

Answers and teaching notes

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  1. Identify the complete subject: The results show a pattern.The results
  2. Identify the complete predicate: The shelter dogs need homes.need homes
  3. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? One wheel turns slowly.turns
  4. Identify the complete subject: Either route leads downtown.Either route
  5. Identify the complete predicate: Evidence from both sources supports the claim.supports the claim
  6. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? A series of storms has changed the coast.has
  7. Identify the complete subject: A series of storms has changed the coast.A series of storms
  8. Identify the complete predicate: Either route leads downtown.leads downtown

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.