Chapter 1
CHAPTER 1: READING FOR MEANING
Course: Ged Test Prep
Subject: English Languages Art Rla
Chapter: Chapter 3 Grammar And Language Usage
In today's lesson, we will focus on the fundamental rules of subject-verb agreement and pronoun-antecedent agreement. These concepts form the backbone of clear and effective communication in writing and speaking, ensuring that our sentences convey meaning accurately and concisely. We will discuss how subjects and verbs must match in number and person, as well as how pronouns must align with their antecedents to maintain coherence in our writing.
Subject – verb agreement
Before understanding subject- verb agreement, it is important to understand the roles of a subject and a verb within a sentence.
What is a subject?
A subject is the person, place, or thing that performs the action described by the verb in a sentence.
What is a verb?
A verb is a word that describes the action or state in a sentence.