Correct Verb Agreement Errors

Simply click on a word or phrase you think is incorrect and a box will open so you can correct it. If you choose a word or phrase without an error, you will lose points.

Agreement rules to remember

RULE: Remember a proper name like Helen is third-person singular subject when used alone.

Helen works alone.
Helen studies hard.

RULE: Two or more proper names used together make a plural subject.

Helen and Kate work together.
Helen and Kate study hard.

RULE: With singular subjects, use doesn't or does not before the base form of a verb to make a negative sentence.

Helen doesn't watch TV.
Kate does not eat meat.

RULE: With plural subjects, use don't or do not before the base form of a verb to make a negative sentence.

Helen and Kate don't smoke.
Helen and Kate do not like the smell of tobacco smoke.