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Subjects, Predicates & Agreement

Grade 5 · On-level practice · 8 questions · Version PG-129O50N-1A6Z

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1.Identify the complete subject: Mathematics helps engineers test designs.
2.Identify the complete predicate: Everyone follows the rule.
3.Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? One wheel turns slowly.
4.Identify the complete subject: Evidence from both sources supports the claim.
5.Identify the complete predicate: One wheel turns slowly.
6.Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? The map and compass belong in the pack.
7.Identify the complete predicate: Neither answer seems complete.
8.Identify the complete subject: The shelter dogs need homes.

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  1. Identify the complete subject: Mathematics helps engineers test designs.Mathematics
  2. Identify the complete predicate: Everyone follows the rule.follows the rule
  3. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? One wheel turns slowly.turns
  4. Identify the complete subject: Evidence from both sources supports the claim.Evidence from both sources
  5. Identify the complete predicate: One wheel turns slowly.turns slowly
  6. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? The map and compass belong in the pack.belong
  7. Identify the complete predicate: Neither answer seems complete.seems complete
  8. Identify the complete subject: The shelter dogs need homes.The shelter dogs

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.