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Subjects, Predicates & Agreement

Grade 4 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-1KBELGD-1568

1.

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

2.

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

3.

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

4.

Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Evidence from both sources supports the claim.

5.

Identify the complete subject: The shelter dogs need homes.

6.

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

7.

Identify the complete predicate: Everyone follows the rule.

8.

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

Answers and teaching notes

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  1. Identify the complete subject: The map and compass belong in the pack.The map and compass
  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? The shelter dogs need homes.need
  4. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Evidence from both sources supports the claim.supports
  5. Identify the complete subject: The shelter dogs need homes.The shelter dogs
  6. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? A series of storms has changed the coast.has
  7. Identify the complete predicate: Everyone follows the rule.follows the rule
  8. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Mathematics helps engineers test designs.helps

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.