Question

21.

Which statement about compound subjects is false?


A. In a sentence with a compound subject connected by and, the verb agrees with the closer subject.


B. In a sentence with a mixed compound subject connected by or or nor, the verb agrees with the closer subject.


C. A singular verb is needed when the parts of a compound subject are thought of as one item.


D. A singular verb is needed when the word every or each comes before the compound subject.

Answer 1

A. Trees and shrubbery ARE found near buildings. ( NOT IS )

Step-by-step explanation:

B. Neither your two cars nor your motorcycle FITS into the garage.

C. Macaroni and cheese IS a delicious side dish.

D. Each boy and girl HAS a blue pencil.

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement about compound subjects that is false is: In a sentence with a compound subject connected by and, the verb agrees with the closer subject. This is a false statement because a compound subject connected with the word "and" should take the plural form of the verb.

The statement about compound subjects that is false is: In a sentence with a compound subject connected by and, the verb agrees with the closer subject. This is a false statement because a compound subject connected with the word "and" should take the plural form of the verb.