Identifying Agreement Errors - SAT Writing
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The paralegal believed that there were an overload of cases in the office, which was creating stress. No error
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The paralegal believed that there were an overload of cases in the office, which was creating stress. No error
The verb "were," which is used with plural nouns, corresponds to "overload," which is a singular noun. Therefore, the verb should be "was," to match the singular noun, instead of "were."
The verb "were," which is used with plural nouns, corresponds to "overload," which is a singular noun. Therefore, the verb should be "was," to match the singular noun, instead of "were."
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Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences may contain no error at all.
A geese has a long neck and is considered to be a wild animal. No error
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A geese has a long neck and is considered to be a wild animal. No error
Geese is the plural form of goose. The word "geese" should be replaced by "goose". This is because the rest of the sentence is in singular form, particularly words such as neck and animal. Also, because the singular article "a" is used, this also necessitates the singular form "goose."
Geese is the plural form of goose. The word "geese" should be replaced by "goose". This is because the rest of the sentence is in singular form, particularly words such as neck and animal. Also, because the singular article "a" is used, this also necessitates the singular form "goose."
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Most bears have really large claw and can climb trees at extremely well. No error
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Most bears have really large claw and can climb trees at extremely well. No error
The "bears" (plural), many of them, have more than one claw each. "Claw" must be replaced with the singular "claw."
The "bears" (plural), many of them, have more than one claw each. "Claw" must be replaced with the singular "claw."
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Nikki and Reena hope to become the world's most famous dancer some day. No error
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Nikki and Reena hope to become the world's most famous dancer some day. No error
Since there are two people in the sentence, they cannot become one single dancer. Since "Nikki and Reena" are connected with "and," and are not separated into individual grammatical units by another conjunction the word "dancer" must be changed to "dancers" so that both nouns agree.
Since there are two people in the sentence, they cannot become one single dancer. Since "Nikki and Reena" are connected with "and," and are not separated into individual grammatical units by another conjunction the word "dancer" must be changed to "dancers" so that both nouns agree.
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When a manager is sick, they should call Lisa in the Human Resources Department. No error
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When a manager is sick, they should call Lisa in the Human Resources Department. No error
Since the subject, "manager," is singular, the pronoun should be he or she, not they. "They" refers to a subject that is plural. The noun and pronoun in the sentence do not agree.
Since the subject, "manager," is singular, the pronoun should be he or she, not they. "They" refers to a subject that is plural. The noun and pronoun in the sentence do not agree.
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Each individual has their right to the freedom of speech and expression according to the Constitution. No error
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Each individual has their right to the freedom of speech and expression according to the Constitution. No error
Since the subject of the sentence is "each individual," the pronoun should be "his or her." "Their" refers to a large group, not individuals within that group, thus the noun and pronoun do not agree.
Since the subject of the sentence is "each individual," the pronoun should be "his or her." "Their" refers to a large group, not individuals within that group, thus the noun and pronoun do not agree.
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Every time a medical student has the opportunity to treat a patient, their self esteem and confidence levels increase. No error
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Every time a medical student has the opportunity to treat a patient, their self esteem and confidence levels increase. No error
The subject of the sentence is "student," which is singular; however the pronoun is "their", which is plural. "Their" should be replaced with "his or her" so that it agrees with the singular noun.
The subject of the sentence is "student," which is singular; however the pronoun is "their", which is plural. "Their" should be replaced with "his or her" so that it agrees with the singular noun.
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A panel of chefs tasted spices produced by three manufacturers, and decided that the spices produced by a local manufacturer was the best. No error
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A panel of chefs tasted spices produced by three manufacturers, and decided that the spices produced by a local manufacturer was the best. No error
In this sentence, the verb does not agree with the subject. The subject, "spices" is plural (“produced by a local manufacturer” is a modifier and doesn’t count), so the correct verb form should be “were,” not "was."
In this sentence, the verb does not agree with the subject. The subject, "spices" is plural (“produced by a local manufacturer” is a modifier and doesn’t count), so the correct verb form should be “were,” not "was."
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Kiera only knits when she is upset, so her current desire to knit blankets for her entire family are a worrisome sign. No error
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Kiera only knits when she is upset, so her current desire to knit blankets for her entire family are a worrisome sign. No error
The verb "are" needs to agree with the subject "desire," so it must be singular—Kiera's desire to knit "is" a worrisome sign.
The verb "are" needs to agree with the subject "desire," so it must be singular—Kiera's desire to knit "is" a worrisome sign.
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Penelope always thought of the most fabulous witty comebacks two hours after the situation in which she could have used it. No error
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Penelope always thought of the most fabulous witty comebacks two hours after the situation in which she could have used it. No error
In this sentence, the pronoun “it” (singular) refers to “witty comebacks” (plural). These words should agree in number. The corrected sentence reads, "Penelope always thought of the most fabulous witty comebacks two hours after the situation in which she could have used them."
In this sentence, the pronoun “it” (singular) refers to “witty comebacks” (plural). These words should agree in number. The corrected sentence reads, "Penelope always thought of the most fabulous witty comebacks two hours after the situation in which she could have used them."
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The mayor has often proposed reductions in the sales tax because shoppers can benefit from this whenever they shop. No error
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The mayor has often proposed reductions in the sales tax because shoppers can benefit from this whenever they shop. No error
Pronouns and their antecedents must agree. In this sentence, "reductions" is plural, while "this" is singular, so "this" contains the sentence's error.
Pronouns and their antecedents must agree. In this sentence, "reductions" is plural, while "this" is singular, so "this" contains the sentence's error.
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When he saw the perfect gift for his mom at the mall, he decided to buy it for them. No error
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When he saw the perfect gift for his mom at the mall, he decided to buy it for them. No error
The antecedent of the word "them," a plural pronoun, is the word "mom," a singular noun. Pronouns need to match their antecedents' gender and number, so the singular feminine pronoun "her" should be used instead of the plural pronoun "them."
The antecedent of the word "them," a plural pronoun, is the word "mom," a singular noun. Pronouns need to match their antecedents' gender and number, so the singular feminine pronoun "her" should be used instead of the plural pronoun "them."
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The schools in that area have always been known for its strong academics, athletic program, and up-to-date facilities. No error
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The schools in that area have always been known for its strong academics, athletic program, and up-to-date facilities. No error
The subject of the sentence is "schools," a plural noun. So, one should not use "its," a singular possessive pronoun, to refer to "schools," a plural noun. Replacing "its" with "their" would correct the sentence's error.
The subject of the sentence is "schools," a plural noun. So, one should not use "its," a singular possessive pronoun, to refer to "schools," a plural noun. Replacing "its" with "their" would correct the sentence's error.
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The threat of the winter storm caused Bob to delay his flight to New York to visit their family for Christmas. No error
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The threat of the winter storm caused Bob to delay his flight to New York to visit their family for Christmas. No error
In this sentence, an error occurs when the possessive plural pronoun "their" is used to refer to a singular masculine antecedent, "Bob." Instead of using the plural possessive pronoun "their," one should use the singular masculine possessive pronoun "his."
In this sentence, an error occurs when the possessive plural pronoun "their" is used to refer to a singular masculine antecedent, "Bob." Instead of using the plural possessive pronoun "their," one should use the singular masculine possessive pronoun "his."
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Instead of accepting the aliens’ offer to take over, the humans rejected them and attempted vainly to fight back. No error
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Instead of accepting the aliens’ offer to take over, the humans rejected them and attempted vainly to fight back. No error
This sentence has a disagreement between a pronoun and its antecedent. The “offer” is singular and “them” is plural. The corrected sentence reads, "Instead of accepting the aliens’ offer to take over, the humans rejected it and attempted vainly to fight back."
This sentence has a disagreement between a pronoun and its antecedent. The “offer” is singular and “them” is plural. The corrected sentence reads, "Instead of accepting the aliens’ offer to take over, the humans rejected it and attempted vainly to fight back."
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Although John was excited to meet his new teacher, he was also nervous because he didn't know what their instruction style would be like. No error
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Although John was excited to meet his new teacher, he was also nervous because he didn't know what their instruction style would be like. No error
Although the gender of the teacher is not specified, "teacher" is still singular. Therefore, the plural possessive pronoun "their" should not be used. Rather than using "their," the sentence should say "his or her."
Although the gender of the teacher is not specified, "teacher" is still singular. Therefore, the plural possessive pronoun "their" should not be used. Rather than using "their," the sentence should say "his or her."
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I hate having to go to the doctor because they always ask very invasive questions that make me uncomfortable. No error
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I hate having to go to the doctor because they always ask very invasive questions that make me uncomfortable. No error
The word, "doctor" is singular. Therefore, pronouns that refer back to the doctor should also be singular. "They" is plural and therefore is incorrect; the phrase "he or she" should be used in the sentence, as we do not know the doctor's gender.
The word, "doctor" is singular. Therefore, pronouns that refer back to the doctor should also be singular. "They" is plural and therefore is incorrect; the phrase "he or she" should be used in the sentence, as we do not know the doctor's gender.
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In order for a person to balance a career and family, it is essential that they be able to prioritize all the things that must be accomplished. No error
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In order for a person to balance a career and family, it is essential that they be able to prioritize all the things that must be accomplished. No error
The subject of this sentence is "person." Therefore, the pronoun should be the singular "he or she," not the plural "they."
The subject of this sentence is "person." Therefore, the pronoun should be the singular "he or she," not the plural "they."
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New York and Los Angeles have experienced a cultural boom in the past decade, as its restaurant scenes have been booming with new talent. No error
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New York and Los Angeles have experienced a cultural boom in the past decade, as its restaurant scenes have been booming with new talent. No error
Given that the subject of the sentence is "New York and Los Angeles," which is plural, the pronoun "its" should also be plural. Therefore, "its" should be "their."
Given that the subject of the sentence is "New York and Los Angeles," which is plural, the pronoun "its" should also be plural. Therefore, "its" should be "their."
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The flock of geese flew rapidly through the air for miles on end until they became fatigued and had to land to rest. No error
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The flock of geese flew rapidly through the air for miles on end until they became fatigued and had to land to rest. No error
"Flock of geese" is singular. Therefore, the corresponding verb should refer to a singular subject, not a plural one. "They" should be changed to "it."
"Flock of geese" is singular. Therefore, the corresponding verb should refer to a singular subject, not a plural one. "They" should be changed to "it."
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