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Subjects, Predicates & Agreement

Grade 5 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-I4ZB8R-1RL2

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

Identify the complete subject: Neither answer seems complete.

2.

Identify the complete predicate: One wheel turns slowly.

3.

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

4.

Identify the complete subject: Everyone follows the rule.

5.

Identify the complete predicate: The results show a pattern.

6.

Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Everyone follows the rule.

7.

Identify the complete subject: The results show a pattern.

8.

Identify the complete predicate: 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: Neither answer seems complete.Neither answer
  2. Identify the complete predicate: One wheel turns slowly.turns slowly
  3. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Evidence from both sources supports the claim.supports
  4. Identify the complete subject: Everyone follows the rule.Everyone
  5. Identify the complete predicate: The results show a pattern.show a pattern
  6. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Everyone follows the rule.follows
  7. Identify the complete subject: The results show a pattern.The results
  8. Identify the complete predicate: The shelter dogs need homes.need homes

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.