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Subjects, Predicates & Agreement

Grade 4 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-1JRFE2F-1568

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1.Identify the complete subject: One wheel turns slowly.
2.Identify the complete predicate: The map and compass belong in the pack.
3.Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? The shelter dogs need homes.
4.Identify the complete subject: A series of storms has changed the coast.
5.Identify the complete predicate: A series of storms has changed the coast.
6.Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Evidence from both sources supports the claim.
7.Identify the complete subject: The results show a pattern.
8.Identify the complete predicate: Mathematics helps engineers test designs.

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  1. Identify the complete subject: One wheel turns slowly.One wheel
  2. Identify the complete predicate: The map and compass belong in the pack.belong in the pack
  3. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? The shelter dogs need homes.need
  4. Identify the complete subject: A series of storms has changed the coast.A series of storms
  5. Identify the complete predicate: A series of storms has changed the coast.has changed the coast
  6. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Evidence from both sources supports the claim.supports
  7. Identify the complete subject: The results show a pattern.The results
  8. Identify the complete predicate: Mathematics helps engineers test designs.helps engineers test designs

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.