Subject Agreement: A Guide for the Utterly Confused

Are you tired of being a Grammar Police Officer, constantly policing everyone's subject-verb agreement? Do you find yourself correcting people's sentences, only to have them look at you like you're a total weirdo? Well, fear not! For in this guide, we'll cover the basics of subject agreement, so you can stop being the grammar police and start being your awesome self.

But wait, what about verb agreement? That's a whole different story...

So, without further ado, let's dive into the world of subject agreement!

Rule 1: Singular Subjects Get Singular Verbs

For singular subjects, you need a singular verb. It's that simple. For example: "The cat sits." See, easy peasy.

But what about plural subjects?

Rule 2: Plural Subjects Get Plural Verbs (Mostly)

Plural subjects, like "cats" or "dogs," get plural verbs. But, there's a catch! Sometimes, you might need to use a singular verb with a plural subject. For example: "The cats sleep." Yeah, it's weird, but trust us, it's a thing.

But wait, what about exceptions? Like, what if it's a plural subject with a singular verb? That's just crazy talk, right?

You get the idea, right? Subject agreement is a wild ride. So, don't be afraid to get a little messy, and remember: it's all about having fun with grammar!

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