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Subjects, Predicates & Agreement

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

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? The results show a pattern.

4.

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

5.

Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? The map and compass belong in the pack.

6.

Identify the complete subject: Mathematics helps engineers test designs.

7.

Identify the complete predicate: One wheel turns slowly.

8.

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

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? The results show a pattern.show
  4. Identify the complete subject: Evidence from both sources supports the claim.Evidence from both sources
  5. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? The map and compass belong in the pack.belong
  6. Identify the complete subject: Mathematics helps engineers test designs.Mathematics
  7. Identify the complete predicate: One wheel turns slowly.turns slowly
  8. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? One wheel turns slowly.turns

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.