Learning Task 12: Subject-Verb Agreement on Brainly
As a writer, it`s important to ensure that your sentences are grammatically correct and easy to read. One essential aspect of grammar is subject-verb agreement, which means that the subject and verb in a sentence must agree in number and person. When they don`t, your writing can become confusing and difficult to understand.
If you`re struggling with subject-verb agreement, don`t worry – Brainly has got you covered with Learning Task 12. This task will help you master this important grammar rule so you can write clear and concise sentences every time.
Here are some key tips to keep in mind when working on Learning Task 12:
1. Identify the subject of the sentence. The subject is the person, place, thing, or idea that the sentence is about. It usually comes before the verb. For example, in the sentence “The cat chased the mouse,” the subject is “the cat.”
2. Check the number of the subject. Is it singular or plural? This is important because it will determine the form of the verb you use. For example, if the subject is singular, you would use a singular verb form like “chases” instead of “chase.”
3. Make sure the verb agrees with the subject in both number and person. For example, in the sentence “The cats chase the mice,” both the subject “cats” and the verb “chase” are plural. They agree in number. In the sentence “She runs every day,” the subject “she” is singular and the verb “runs” is also singular. They agree in person and number.
4. Don`t be fooled by interrupting phrases or clauses. Sometimes, there will be words that come between the subject and verb, but they don`t affect the agreement. For example, in the sentence “The dog, as well as the cats, chases the mouse,” the interrupting phrase “as well as the cats” doesn`t change the fact that the subject “dog” is singular and the verb “chases” is also singular.
By mastering subject-verb agreement, you can improve the clarity and effectiveness of your writing. It`s a skill that will serve you well in any field, from journalism to fiction writing to business communications. And with Brainly`s Learning Task 12, you can practice and perfect your skills in a supportive online community. So why wait? Start mastering subject-verb agreement today!
