TEAS: English and Language Usage Quiz: Identify Agreement Errors
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Identify Agreement ErrorsQuestion 1 of 20

Identify the sentence with correct pronoun-antecedent agreement.

The jury announced their verdict after three hours of deliberation.
Each of the women brought her own contribution to the potluck.
Neither Tom nor his brothers remembered to bring his tools.
Every employee must submit their timesheet by Friday afternoon deadline.
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TEAS: English and Language Usage Quiz: Identify Agreement Errors

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Question 1

Identify the sentence with correct pronoun-antecedent agreement.

  1. The jury announced their verdict after three hours of deliberation.
  2. Each of the women brought her own contribution to the potluck. (correct answer)
  3. Neither Tom nor his brothers remembered to bring his tools.
  4. Every employee must submit their timesheet by Friday afternoon deadline.
Explanation: Choice B is correct because 'Each' is singular and correctly takes the singular pronoun 'her' (agreeing with 'women'). Choice A incorrectly uses plural 'their' when 'jury' should be treated as singular unit ('its verdict'). Choice C incorrectly uses 'his'; with 'neither...nor,' the pronoun should agree with the closer antecedent 'his brothers' (should be 'their'). Choice D incorrectly uses plural 'their' with singular 'Every employee.'

Question 2

Which sentence demonstrates incorrect subject-verb agreement?

  1. The collection of rare books is housed in the library's vault.
  2. Five dollars is lying on the table near the kitchen window.
  3. The news from the financial markets were quite encouraging yesterday. (correct answer)
  4. Mathematics remains one of the most challenging subjects for students.
Explanation: Choice C is correct because it contains a subject-verb agreement error. 'News' is singular and requires the singular verb 'was,' not the plural 'were.' Choice A correctly uses singular verb with singular subject 'collection.' Choice B correctly uses singular verb because 'Five dollars' refers to an amount of money. Choice D correctly uses singular verb with 'Mathematics,' which is treated as a singular subject despite ending in 's.'

Question 3

Identify the sentence with incorrect pronoun-antecedent agreement.

  1. Either Sarah or Jennifer will present their research at the conference. (correct answer)
  2. The committee members expressed their concerns about the proposed budget cuts.
  3. All employees should update their emergency contact information in the system.
  4. The basketball team celebrated their victory with enthusiasm and team spirit.
Explanation: Choice A is correct because it contains a pronoun-antecedent agreement error. With 'either...or' constructions, the pronoun should agree with the closer antecedent, so it should be 'her research' (agreeing with 'Jennifer'). Choice B correctly uses plural 'their' with plural 'committee members.' Choice C correctly uses plural 'their' with plural 'All employees.' Choice D correctly uses plural 'their' when treating 'team' as individual members rather than a single unit.

Question 4

Which sentence contains correct subject-verb agreement?

  1. Either the supervisor or the workers is responsible for the mistake.
  2. The scissors on the desk needs to be sharpened before use.
  3. A number of students have expressed concerns about the new policy. (correct answer)
  4. The furniture in all the rooms need to be rearranged completely.
Explanation: Choice C is correct because 'A number of students' takes a plural verb 'have' (the phrase emphasizes the individual students). Choice A incorrectly uses singular verb; with 'either...or,' the verb should agree with the closer subject 'workers' (plural). Choice B incorrectly uses singular verb; 'scissors' is always plural and requires 'need.' Choice D incorrectly uses plural verb; 'furniture' is a mass noun requiring singular verb 'needs.'

Question 5

Identify the sentence that demonstrates correct pronoun usage.

  1. If a person wants to succeed in business, you must be willing to work.
  2. When somebody calls the office, they should state their name and purpose clearly.
  3. Everyone in the department must submit his or her timesheet by Friday. (correct answer)
  4. Each employee should check their email regularly for important company updates and news.
Explanation: Choice C is correct because 'Everyone' is singular and correctly takes the singular pronoun 'his or her,' maintaining proper agreement and person consistency throughout the sentence. Choice A shifts incorrectly from third person 'a person' to second person 'you.' Choice B uses plural 'they/their' with singular 'somebody.' Choice D uses plural 'their' with singular 'Each employee.'

Question 6

Identify the sentence with a pronoun consistency error.

  1. The organization updated its policies to reflect current industry standards and practices.
  2. When one travels internationally, you must carry proper identification and documentation. (correct answer)
  3. All participants should bring their registration forms to the morning session.
  4. The research team presented their findings to the academic review panel.
Explanation: Choice B is correct because it contains a pronoun consistency error, shifting from third person 'one' to second person 'you.' The sentence should maintain consistent person: either 'When one travels internationally, one must carry...' or 'When you travel internationally, you must carry...' Choice A correctly maintains third person with 'organization/its.' Choice C correctly maintains third person with 'participants/their.' Choice D correctly treats 'team' as plural with 'their.'

Question 7

Which sentence contains a subject-verb agreement error?

  1. The committee has reached its decision after careful deliberation.
  2. Neither the students nor the teacher was prepared for the exam.
  3. Each of the participants have completed their registration forms. (correct answer)
  4. The data from the research study supports the hypothesis clearly.
Explanation: Choice C is correct because it contains a subject-verb agreement error. The subject 'Each' is singular and requires the singular verb 'has,' not the plural 'have.' Choice A correctly uses singular verb with collective noun. Choice B correctly follows the rule that when subjects are joined by 'neither...nor,' the verb agrees with the closer subject ('teacher'). Choice D correctly uses singular verb with the singular subject 'data' (when treated as a mass noun).

Question 8

Select the sentence with a pronoun consistency error.

  1. The research team completed their analysis ahead of the scheduled deadline.
  2. When students prepare for exams, one should create a detailed study schedule. (correct answer)
  3. All participants must bring their own materials to the workshop session.
  4. The company expects its employees to maintain professional standards at all times.
Explanation: Choice B is correct because it contains a pronoun consistency error, shifting from third person 'students' to third person 'one.' While both are third person, the shift from plural to singular creates inconsistency. It should be either 'When students prepare for exams, they should create...' or 'When one prepares for exams, one should create...' Choice A correctly treats 'team' as plural. Choice C maintains plural throughout. Choice D maintains singular throughout.

Question 9

Select the sentence with a pronoun consistency error.

  1. When someone calls the office, you should answer professionally and courteously. (correct answer)
  2. The manager told his employees that they would receive bonuses.
  3. If a person wants to succeed, he or she must work hard.
  4. All students should submit their assignments before the deadline approaches.
Explanation: Choice A is correct because it contains a pronoun consistency error, shifting from third person 'someone' to second person 'you.' The sentence should maintain consistency with either 'he or she' or 'one.' Choice B correctly maintains third person throughout with 'his' and 'they.' Choice C correctly maintains third person with 'a person' and 'he or she.' Choice D correctly uses plural pronouns throughout ('All students' and 'their').

Question 10

Select the sentence that demonstrates correct pronoun usage.

  1. Anyone who forgets their password can reset it through the system.
  2. Each nurse on the staff must update their certification records annually.
  3. Everyone should bring their own lunch to the company picnic event.
  4. Somebody left his keys on the conference room table this morning. (correct answer)
Explanation: Choice D is correct because 'Somebody' is singular and correctly takes the singular pronoun 'his.' In formal writing, singular indefinite pronouns require singular pronoun references. Choice A incorrectly uses plural 'their' with singular 'Anyone.' Choice B incorrectly uses plural 'their' with singular 'Each nurse.' Choice C incorrectly uses plural 'their' with singular 'Everyone.'

Question 11

Which sentence contains a subject-verb agreement error?

  1. Neither the teacher nor the students were aware of the schedule change.
  2. The herd of cattle is grazing peacefully in the meadow today.
  3. Some of the cake have been eaten by the party guests. (correct answer)
  4. Each of the proposals requires careful review by the committee members.
Explanation: Choice C is correct because it contains a subject-verb agreement error. 'Some of the cake' refers to portions of a single cake (mass noun), so it requires the singular verb 'has,' not the plural 'have.' Choice A correctly uses plural verb agreeing with closer subject 'students.' Choice B correctly uses singular verb with collective noun 'herd.' Choice D correctly uses singular verb with singular subject 'Each.'

Question 12

Select the sentence that demonstrates correct pronoun usage.

  1. When a student submits an assignment, you should expect feedback promptly.
  2. If someone calls during the meeting, he or she should leave a detailed message.
  3. Each participant in the study signed his or her informed consent form. (correct answer)
  4. Everyone on the team should bring their equipment to practice sessions.
Explanation: Choice C is correct because 'Each participant' is singular and correctly takes the singular pronoun 'his or her.' This maintains proper pronoun-antecedent agreement and person consistency. Choice A shifts incorrectly from third person 'student' to second person 'you.' Choice B is grammatically correct but choice C is the better example of formal agreement. Choice D uses plural 'their' with singular 'Everyone.'

Question 13

Which sentence demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?

  1. The group of volunteers are planning the charity event for next month.
  2. Either the students or the professor are responsible for scheduling makeup sessions.
  3. Neither the manager nor his assistants was available for the meeting.
  4. The data from the survey indicates a clear trend in consumer preferences. (correct answer)
Explanation: Choice D is correct because 'data' can be treated as a singular mass noun in this context, making 'indicates' the correct singular verb form. Choice A incorrectly uses plural verb; 'group' as a collective noun should take singular 'is planning.' Choice B incorrectly uses plural verb; with 'either...or,' the verb should agree with the closer subject 'professor' (singular). Choice C incorrectly uses singular verb; the verb should agree with the closer plural subject 'assistants.'

Question 14

Which sentence has incorrect subject-verb agreement?

  1. The series of lectures was well-received by students and faculty members.
  2. Athletics are an important part of the university's educational mission statement.
  3. The glasses on the table needs to be cleaned before the dinner. (correct answer)
  4. Many of the reports have been submitted to the review committee.
Explanation: Choice C is correct because it contains a subject-verb agreement error. 'Glasses' (eyewear) is plural and requires the plural verb 'need,' not the singular 'needs.' Choice A correctly uses singular verb with singular 'series.' Choice B correctly uses plural verb with 'Athletics' when referring to sports programs collectively. Choice D correctly uses plural verb with plural 'Many of the reports.'

Question 15

Which sentence contains a subject-verb agreement error?

  1. The number of applicants has increased significantly since last year's recruitment.
  2. Both the manager and her assistant are attending the conference.
  3. Neither the books nor the magazine is available in the library.
  4. Here comes the delivery trucks with the office supplies we ordered. (correct answer)
Explanation: Choice D is correct because it contains a subject-verb agreement error. The subject 'trucks' is plural and requires the plural verb 'come,' not the singular 'comes.' The word 'Here' is an adverb, not the subject. Choice A correctly uses singular verb with 'The number of.' Choice B correctly uses plural verb with compound subject joined by 'and.' Choice C correctly uses singular verb agreeing with the closer subject 'magazine.'

Question 16

Select the sentence with incorrect pronoun-antecedent agreement.

  1. The corporation announced that it would be relocating its headquarters downtown.
  2. Both managers and their teams have exceeded their quarterly sales goals successfully.
  3. Anyone who loses his or her badge must report the loss immediately.
  4. Each of the nurses must complete their annual training requirements promptly. (correct answer)
Explanation: Choice D is correct because it contains a pronoun-antecedent agreement error. 'Each' is singular and should take the singular pronoun 'his or her,' not the plural 'their.' Choice A correctly uses singular pronouns with singular 'corporation.' Choice B correctly uses plural pronouns with plural subjects throughout. Choice C correctly uses singular 'his or her' with singular 'Anyone.'

Question 17

Which sentence demonstrates incorrect subject-verb agreement?

  1. The criteria for admission have been clearly outlined in the handbook.
  2. None of the students was prepared for the surprise quiz yesterday.
  3. One of the computers in the lab are not working properly. (correct answer)
  4. All of the information has been verified by the research department.
Explanation: Choice C is correct because it contains a subject-verb agreement error. The subject 'One' is singular and requires the singular verb 'is,' not the plural 'are.' The prepositional phrase 'of the computers' doesn't affect the verb agreement. Choice A correctly uses plural verb with plural 'criteria.' Choice B correctly uses singular verb with 'None' when referring to a group. Choice D correctly uses singular verb with mass noun 'information.'

Question 18

Which sentence has a subject-verb agreement error?

  1. The team of researchers has published its findings in the journal.
  2. Twenty minutes is enough time to complete the short assessment quiz.
  3. The majority of voters supports the proposed constitutional amendment strongly. (correct answer)
  4. Physics and chemistry are both required courses for pre-med students.
Explanation: Choice C is correct because it contains a subject-verb agreement error. When 'majority' is followed by 'of' plus a plural noun ('voters'), the verb should be plural 'support,' not singular 'supports.' Choice A correctly uses singular verb with collective subject 'team.' Choice B correctly uses singular verb because 'Twenty minutes' is treated as a single unit of time. Choice D correctly uses plural verb with compound subject 'Physics and chemistry.'

Question 19

Which sentence contains a subject-verb agreement error?

  1. The flock of geese flies south every winter in perfect formation.
  2. Fifteen minutes are all the time needed to complete this simple task.
  3. Every one of the books on the shelf belong to the library. (correct answer)
  4. The majority of the class understands the assignment requirements clearly.
Explanation: Choice C is correct because it contains a subject-verb agreement error. 'Every one' (two words) is singular and requires the singular verb 'belongs,' not the plural 'belong.' Choice A correctly uses singular verb with collective noun 'flock.' Choice B correctly uses plural verb because 'Fifteen minutes' can be treated as multiple units. Choice D correctly uses singular verb when 'majority' is treated as a single unit.

Question 20

Identify the sentence with incorrect pronoun-antecedent agreement.

  1. The company announced that it would be expanding their operations overseas. (correct answer)
  2. Both athletes performed well, and they received recognition for their efforts.
  3. The board of directors will meet to discuss its quarterly budget review.
  4. Many employees expressed satisfaction with their new workplace benefits package.
Explanation: Choice A is correct because it contains a pronoun-antecedent agreement error, shifting from singular 'it' to plural 'their' when referring to the same antecedent 'company.' It should consistently use either 'it...its' or 'they...their.' Choice B correctly uses plural pronouns with plural antecedent 'Both athletes.' Choice C correctly uses singular 'its' with collective noun 'board.' Choice D correctly uses plural pronouns with plural antecedent 'Many employees.'