Question

Which sentence uses a verb that agrees with its compound subject?


A.


A plum or blueberries are in the refrigerator.


B.


Sandra or the twins has washed the dishes.


C.


The McAdams or Mr. Johnson have a telescope.


D.


Salad and rolls is on the kitchen table.
i picked c

Answer 1

It isn't c.

Answer 2

Think of this rule:
When subjects are compounded with or or nor, the verb agrees with the subject closest to it.

(ex.) Blueberries taste good after a spicy meal.
Either blueberries or pineapple tastes good after a spicy meal.
Either pineapple or blueberries taste good after a spicy meal.

Answer 3

so then a or b i think

Answer 4

Look at the rule then look at a

Answer 5

(read b aloud to yourself again)

Answer 6

Cross out C and D. Yes, choose between A and B. :)

Answer 7

b?

Answer 8

It isn't b,
Sandra or the twins has
It should be
Sandra or the twins have (have agrees with twins)

Answer 9

so then a

Answer 10

Yep! :)

Answer 11

thanks