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Subjects, Predicates & Agreement

Kindergarten · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-1VS4X6D-7A15

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1.Identify the complete subject: The puppy runs across the yard.
2.Identify the complete predicate: The musicians practice daily.
3.Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? A bright star shines tonight.
4.Identify the complete subject: Our science class studies rocks.
5.Identify the complete predicate: The puppy runs across the yard.
6.Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Neither answer seems complete.
7.Identify the complete subject: Neither answer seems complete.
8.Identify the complete predicate: The basket of apples sits here.

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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: The puppy runs across the yard.The puppy
  2. Identify the complete predicate: The musicians practice daily.practice daily
  3. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? A bright star shines tonight.shines
  4. Identify the complete subject: Our science class studies rocks.Our science class
  5. Identify the complete predicate: The puppy runs across the yard.runs across the yard
  6. Which verb agrees with the subject in this sentence? Neither answer seems complete.seems
  7. Identify the complete subject: Neither answer seems complete.Neither answer
  8. Identify the complete predicate: The basket of apples sits here.sits here

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.