What you will learn in Grade 3
Today's goal: Use singular verbs with singular subjects and plural verbs with plural subjects in the simple present.
The boy runs.
The subject and verb must agree in number.
The boys run.
A plural subject normally takes the plural form of the verb in the present tense.
She writes.
A singular subject normally takes a singular verb form in the present tense.
They write.
Choosing the correct verb depends on whether the subject is singular or plural.
Core idea
Read the explanation, study the examples and explain the idea in your own words.
Learn with examples
boy runs
“boy runs” shows the verb being used in the sentence.
boys run
“boys run” shows the verb being used in the sentence.
subject first
“subject first” shows the verb being used in the sentence.
See the skill in action
Quick check
Choose: The girls sings / sing.
Practice like a learner
- Choose: The dog bark/barks.
- Choose: My friends likes/like music.
- Correct: The birds flies.
- Write one singular and one plural example.
- Underline the subject and circle the verb.
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