50 More Practice Questions on Subject–Verb Agreement

50 More Practice Questions on Subject–Verb Agreement

1.      The list of items ___ (was / were) pinned to the board.

2.      My cousin and her friend ___ (is / are) coming over tonight.

3.      Neither the cat nor the dogs ___ (has / have) been fed.

4.      Somebody in the crowd ___ (was / were) shouting loudly.

5.      The information you gave me ___ (is / are) very helpful.

6.      Economics ___ (is / are) offered as an optional subject.

7.      The glasses on the counter ___ (belongs / belong) to my grandfather.

8.      There ___ (is / are) a strange smell in the kitchen.

9.      Fifty rupees ___ (is / are) all I have left.

10. Two-thirds of the field ___ (was / were) covered in snow.

11. A number of tourists ___ (visits / visit) this fort every year.

12. The number of cars on the road ___ (has / have) doubled.

13. One of the windows ___ (was / were) broken during the storm.

14. He is the player who ___ (scores / score) the most goals.

15. "Pride and Prejudice" ___ (is / are) my sister's favourite novel.

16. Walking in the rain ___ (is / are) not a good idea.

17. Every teacher and every student ___ (was / were) asked to attend.

18. The committee ___ (meets / meet) once a month.

19. The committee ___ (was / were) arguing among themselves.

20. The shorts I bought ___ (is / are) too loose.

21. Either of the roads ___ (leads / lead) to the station.

22. Several of the questions ___ (was / were) quite difficult.

23. The luggage at the airport ___ (looks / look) unattended.

24. Measles ___ (is / are) a contagious disease.

25. Neither of the boys ___ (has / have) finished his homework.

26. The box of old letters ___ (was / were) kept in the attic.

27. Bread and butter ___ (is / are) my usual breakfast.

28. Either the driver or the passengers ___ (was / were) responsible.

29. Nobody in the office ___ (knows / know) the password.

30. The police ___ (has / have) arrested the suspect.

31. Ten miles ___ (is / are) a long way to walk.

32. One-fifth of the students ___ (was / were) absent today.

33. A large number of people ___ (attends / attend) the festival.

34. The number of books in the library ___ (is / are) enormous.

35. One of the tallest buildings in the city ___ (stands / stand) here.

36. This is the dog that ___ (barks / bark) all night.

37. "The Chronicles of Narnia" ___ (is / are) a series of seven books.

38. Swimming in cold water ___ (takes / take) courage.

39. Each of the participants ___ (was / were) given a badge.

40. The family ___ (enjoys / enjoy) going on picnics together.

41. The family ___ (was / were) quarrelling over the property.

42. My new pair of shoes ___ (is / are) very comfortable.

43. Neither of the answers ___ (seems / seem) correct.

44. Most of the milk ___ (has / have) been spilt.

45. Most of the students ___ (has / have) passed the exam.

46. There ___ (was / were) several objections to the plan.

47. Physics and chemistry ___ (is / are) taught by the same teacher.

48. The United States ___ (has / have) a new trade policy.

49. One of her paintings ___ (hangs / hang) in the museum.

50. Either of the two plans ___ (works / work) fine for me.

Subject–Verb Agreement: Answers with Short Reasons

1.      was — The subject is list, which is singular.

2.      are — Cousin and her friend is a compound plural subject.

3.      have — With neither...nor, the verb agrees with the nearer subject, dogs.

4.      was — Somebody is singular.

5.      is — Information is an uncountable singular noun.

6.      is — Economics is singular when referring to the academic subject.

7.      belong — Glasses is a plural noun.

8.      is — The real subject, a strange smell, is singular.

9.      is — Fifty rupees refers to one amount of money.

10. was — Two-thirds of the field refers to a singular area.

11. visit — A number of + plural noun takes a plural verb.

12. has — The number is singular.

13. was — One is singular.

14. scores — The relative pronoun who refers to singular player.

15. is — A book title is treated as singular.

16. is — Walking in the rain is a gerund phrase functioning as a singular subject.

17. was — Every...and every... takes a singular verb.

18. meets — Committee is treated as a singular collective noun here.

19. were — The committee members are acting individually, so a plural verb is appropriate.

20. are — Shorts is a plural-only noun.

21. leads — Either of takes a singular verb.

22. were — Several is plural.

23. looks — Luggage is an uncountable singular noun.

24. is — Measles is the name of a disease and takes a singular verb.

25. has — Neither of takes a singular verb in standard English.

26. was — The subject is box, not letters.

27. is — Bread and butter refers to one combined meal.

28. were — The nearer subject passengers is plural.

29. knows — Nobody is singular.

30. have — Police is treated as a plural noun.

31. is — Ten miles refers to one distance.

32. were — One-fifth of the students refers to plural students.

33. attend — A large number of + plural noun takes a plural verb.

34. is — The number is singular.

35. stands — One is singular.

36. barks — That refers to singular dog.

37. is — The title The Chronicles of Narnia refers to one book series.

38. takes — Swimming in cold water is a singular gerund phrase.

39. was — Each is singular.

40. enjoys — Family is treated as one unit here.

41. were — The family members are acting individually.

42. is — The subject is pair, which is singular.

43. seems — Neither of takes a singular verb.

44. has — Milk is uncountable and singular.

45. have — Students is plural.

46. were — The real subject is several objections, which is plural.

47. are — Physics and chemistry are two separate subjects.

48. has — The United States is treated as a singular country name.

49. hangs — The subject is one, which is singular.

50. works — Either of takes a singular verb.

 

Ways to Introduce Yourself in Different Situations

1. Casual / Everyday Situations

At a party or social gathering:

·         "Hi, I'm [name]. Nice to meet you!"

·         "Hey, I'm [name]. How do you know the host?"

At college or university:

·         "Hi, I'm [name]. I'm a first-year BHM student."

·         "Hello, I'm [name]. I'm in the same class as you, I think."

Meeting a neighbor:

·         "Hi, I'm [name]. I just moved in next door."

·         "Hello, I'm [name]. We live in the same building."

At a gym, club, or hobby group:

·         "Hi, I'm [name]. Is this your first time here too?"

·         "Hey, I'm [name]. I'm new to this group."

Meeting a friend's friend:

·         "Hi, I'm [name]. [Friend's name] has told me a lot about you."

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2. Semi-Formal Situations

At a workshop or training session:

·         "Hello everyone, I'm [name]. I work/study at [place]. I'm here to learn more about [topic]."

At a networking event:

·         "Hi, I'm [name]. I'm a BHM student at [college]. I'm interested in [hotel operations/front office/F&B]. What about you?"

Meeting a teacher or senior:

·         "Good morning, sir/ma'am. I'm [name], a student of [class/semester]. It's a pleasure to meet you."

At a volunteer event:

·         "Hi, I'm [name]. I'm volunteering here today. Which team are you in?"

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3. Formal / Professional Situations

First day at work/internship:

·         "Good morning, I'm [name]. I've joined as a [position/trainee] in the [department]. I look forward to working with you."

Meeting a client or guest:

·         "Good morning, I'm [name] from [hotel/company]. I'll be assisting you today."

At a conference or seminar:

·         "Hello, I'm [name], representing [institution/company]. My area of interest is [topic]."

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4. Interview Introductions (Self-Introduction)

Structure: Present → Past → Future (PPF Formula)

Example (BHM student):

"Good morning, sir/ma'am. My name is [name]. I am currently a final-year BHM student at [college], specializing in front office operations. In the past, I completed a six-month internship at [hotel name], where I worked in guest relations and learned check-in procedures and complaint handling. In the future, I hope to grow into a front office supervisor role and contribute to guest satisfaction and team efficiency."

Key Points for Interview Introduction:

·         Start with greeting + name

·         Mention current status (course, college, specialization)

·         Highlight relevant experience (internship, projects, skills)

·         End with career goal connected to the job

·         Keep it 30–60 seconds

·         Be confident, smile, and maintain eye contact

Short Version (When Asked "Tell Me About Yourself"):

"I'm [name], a BHM student with hands-on internship experience in front office and F&B. I enjoy working with people and solving guest problems. I'm looking for an opportunity to apply my skills and grow in the hospitality industry."

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5. Quick Tips for All Situations

·         Smile and make eye contact – first impressions matter.

·         Speak clearly and slowly – don't rush.

·         Use the person's name after learning it – this helps build a connection.

·         Ask a follow-up question – "What about you?" keeps the conversation going.

·         Match the tone – be casual with friends and formal with seniors or interviewers.

·         Keep it brief – 2–3 sentences in casual settings and 30–60 seconds in interviews.

·         Practice aloud – rehearse your introduction until it sounds natural, not memorized.

 

Sample Personal Introductions for BHM First Semester Students at Forbes College, Chitwan

1. Reena

Casual introduction (to classmates):

"Hi everyone, I'm Reena. I'm from Chitwan, and I've just joined the first semester of BHM at Forbes College. I'm excited to meet all of you. I love cooking and trying new food, so I think hospitality is the right field for me. What about you?"

Meeting a teacher:

"Good morning, ma'am. I'm Reena, a first-semester BHM student at Forbes College. I'm from Chitwan. It's a pleasure to meet you."

Formal self-introduction (class presentation):

"Good morning everyone. My name is Reena. I'm from Chitwan and I've recently joined the first semester of BHM at Forbes College. I chose hospitality because I enjoy meeting new people and learning about food and service. In the future, I hope to work in food and beverage. I'm looking forward to learning with all of you."

Interview / internship style:

"Good morning. I'm Reena, a first-semester BHM student at Forbes College, Chitwan. I'm interested in the F&B department because I enjoy cooking and serving people. I'm a quick learner and I'm excited to gain practical experience. I hope to build my career in hotel management."

2. Preety

Casual introduction (to classmates):

"Hi, I'm Preety. I'm a first-semester BHM student here at Forbes College. I'm from Chitwan. I'm quite talkative and friendly, so I'm looking forward to making lots of friends in this class. What's your name?"

Meeting a teacher:

"Good morning, sir. I'm Preety, a first-semester BHM student at Forbes College. I'm happy to be here. It's nice to meet you."

Formal self-introduction (class presentation):

"Good morning everyone. I'm Preety, from Chitwan. I've just started my first semester of BHM at Forbes College. I chose hotel management because I love communicating with people and I have an interest in front office work. In the future, I want to become a front office manager. I'm excited to learn and grow with my classmates."

Interview / internship style:

"Good morning. I'm Preety, a first-semester BHM student at Forbes College, Chitwan. I'm interested in front office operations because I enjoy interacting with people and handling guest queries. I'm confident, friendly, and eager to learn. I'm looking forward to gaining practical experience in the hospitality industry."

3. Shisir

Casual introduction (to classmates):

"Hey everyone, I'm Shisir. I'm from Chitwan and I've just joined the first semester of BHM at Forbes College. I'm interested in cooking and kitchen work. I'm looking forward to a great semester with all of you."

Meeting a teacher:

"Good morning, sir. I'm Shisir, a first-semester BHM student at Forbes College. I'm from Chitwan. It's a pleasure to meet you."

Formal self-introduction (class presentation):

"Good morning everyone. My name is Shisir. I'm from Chitwan and I've recently joined the first semester of BHM at Forbes College. I chose hospitality because I'm passionate about food and kitchen operations. In the future, I hope to become a chef. I'm excited to learn new skills and work with my classmates."

Interview / internship style:

"Good morning. I'm Shisir, a first-semester BHM student at Forbes College, Chitwan. I'm interested in kitchen operations and culinary arts because I enjoy cooking and learning about different cuisines. I'm hardworking, disciplined, and ready to learn. I hope to build my career as a chef in the hospitality industry."

4. Samuel

Casual introduction (to classmates):

"Hi everyone, I'm Samuel. I'm from Chitwan and I've just started my first semester of BHM at Forbes College. I'm friendly and easygoing. I'm looking forward to getting to know all of you and having a great time this semester."

Meeting a teacher:

"Good morning, ma'am. I'm Samuel, a first-semester BHM student at Forbes College. I'm from Chitwan. It's nice to meet you."

Formal self-introduction (class presentation):

"Good morning everyone. My name is Samuel. I'm from Chitwan and I've joined the first semester of BHM at Forbes College. I chose hotel management because I enjoy meeting people and learning about service. I'm interested in front office and guest relations. In the future, I hope to work in a good hotel and grow into a management role. I'm happy to be part of this class."

Interview / internship style:

"Good morning. I'm Samuel, a first-semester BHM student at Forbes College, Chitwan. I'm interested in front office and guest relations because I enjoy communicating with people and solving problems. I'm friendly, punctual, and eager to learn. I'm looking forward to gaining practical experience and building my career in hospitality."

 Comprehensive List of Synonyms from Basic to Advanced with Nepali Meanings

1. Happy

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Glad	खुसी
Intermediate	Cheerful	प्रसन्न
Advanced	Elated	अत्यन्त हर्षित
Advanced	Jubilant	आनन्दित

2. Sad

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Unhappy	दुखी
Intermediate	Gloomy	उदास
Advanced	Melancholy	विषादपूर्ण
Advanced	Despondent	निराश

3. Big

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Large	ठूलो
Intermediate	Huge	विशाल
Advanced	Enormous	विराट
Advanced	Colossal	विशालकाय

4. Small

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Little	सानो
Intermediate	Tiny	सानो/नानी
Advanced	Minute	अत्यन्त सानो
Advanced	Microscopic	अति सूक्ष्म

5. Good

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Fine	राम्रो
Intermediate	Excellent	उत्कृष्ट
Advanced	Superb	शानदार
Advanced	Exemplary	अनुकरणीय

6. Bad

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Poor	नराम्रो
Intermediate	Terrible	भयानक
Advanced	Atrocious	अत्यन्त नराम्रो
Advanced	Abysmal	अत्यन्त खराब

7. Smart

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Clever	चतुर
Intermediate	Intelligent	बुद्धिमान
Advanced	Astute	धूर्त/कुशल
Advanced	Perspicacious	तीक्ष्ण बुद्धि

8. Brave

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Bold	साहसी
Intermediate	Courageous	वीर
Advanced	Intrepid	निडर
Advanced	Valiant	वीरतापूर्ण

9. Tired

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Sleepy	निद्रालु
Intermediate	Exhausted	थकित
Advanced	Fatigued	क्लान्त
Advanced	Enervated	शिथिल

10. Angry

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Mad	रिसाएको
Intermediate	Furious	क्रोधित
Advanced	Irate	रुष्ट
Advanced	Incensed	अत्यन्त क्रोधित

11. Beautiful

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Pretty	सुन्दर
Intermediate	Gorgeous	मनमोहक
Advanced	Exquisite	उत्कृष्ट सुन्दर
Advanced	Resplendent	दीप्तिमान

12. Ugly

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Unattractive	नसुन्दर
Intermediate	Hideous	भद्दा
Advanced	Grotesque	विकृत
Advanced	Repugnant	घृणित

13. Fast

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Quick	छिटो
Intermediate	Rapid	द्रुत
Advanced	Swift	तीव्र
Advanced	Fleet	अत्यन्त द्रुत

14. Slow

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Sluggish	सुस्त
Intermediate	Leisurely	विस्तारै
Advanced	Plodding	ढिलो/भारी
Advanced	Languid	शिथिल

15. Important

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Necessary	आवश्यक
Intermediate	Significant	महत्त्वपूर्ण
Advanced	Crucial	निर्णायक
Advanced	Paramount	सर्वोपरि

16. Difficult

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Hard	कठिन
Intermediate	Challenging	चुनौतीपूर्ण
Advanced	Arduous	श्रमसाध्य
Advanced	Formidable	दुर्जेय

17. Easy

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Simple	सजिलो
Intermediate	Effortless	प्रयासरहित
Advanced	Facile	सहज
Advanced	Elementary	प्रारम्भिक/सरल

18. Rich

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Wealthy	धनी
Intermediate	Affluent	सम्पन्न
Advanced	Opulent	वैभवशाली
Advanced	Prosperous	समृद्ध

19. Poor

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Needy	गरिब
Intermediate	Impoverished	दरिद्र
Advanced	Destitute	अत्यन्त गरिब
Advanced	Indigent	निर्धन

20. Strong

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Powerful	शक्तिशाली
Intermediate	Sturdy	बलियो
Advanced	Robust	दृढ
Advanced	Tenacious	अडिग

21. Weak

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Feeble	कमजोर
Intermediate	Fragile	नाजुक
Advanced	Frail	दुर्बल
Advanced	Debilitated	शिथिल

22. Say

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Tell	भन्नु
Intermediate	State	बताउनु
Advanced	Declare	घोषणा गर्नु
Advanced	Articulate	स्पष्ट व्यक्त गर्नु

23. Think

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Believe	विश्वास गर्नु
Intermediate	Consider	विचार गर्नु
Advanced	Contemplate	मनन गर्नु
Advanced	Ponder	गहिरो विचार गर्नु

24. Look

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	See	देख्नु
Intermediate	Observe	अवलोकन गर्नु
Advanced	Scrutinize	बारीकीले जाँच्नु
Advanced	Examine	परीक्षण गर्नु

25. Walk

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Stroll	घुम्नु
Intermediate	Wander	भौतारिनु
Advanced	Saunter	विस्तारै घुम्नु
Advanced	Amble	सुस्त गतिमा हिँड्नु

26. Old

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Aged	वृद्ध
Intermediate	Ancient	प्राचीन
Advanced	Antique	पुरातन
Advanced	Archaic	अति पुरानो

27. New

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Fresh	नयाँ
Intermediate	Modern	आधुनिक
Advanced	Contemporary	समकालीन
Advanced	Novel	नवीन

28. Cold

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Chilly	चिसो
Intermediate	Frosty	हिउँजस्तो चिसो
Advanced	Frigid	अत्यन्त चिसो
Advanced	Gelid	हिउँको जस्तो

29. Hot

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Warm	न्यानो
Intermediate	Scorching	पोल्ने गर्मी
Advanced	Blistering	अत्यन्त तातो
Advanced	Torrid	प्रचण्ड गर्मी

30. Fear

Level	Synonym	Nepali Meaning
Basic	Scared	डराएको
Intermediate	Terrified	भयभीत
Advanced	Petrified	भयले जमेको
Advanced	Tremulous	कम्पित