Fill in Blanks (Grammar) — Set 7
Questions 61–70 of 140
The data _______ analyzed by the researcher.
Correct Answer: A. is
In modern usage, 'data' is often treated as a mass noun requiring singular verb forms. 'Is' is the appropriate choice when 'data' is considered as a collective whole. Mastering this concept helps in solving grammar-based questions in competitive examinations like SSC and banking exams.
Either the students or the teacher _______ responsible.
Correct Answer: A. is
In 'either...or' constructions, the verb agrees with the nearest subject. 'Teacher' is singular, so the singular verb 'is' is used. The verb takes the number of the nearer subject.
Three miles _______ not a long distance for a runner.
Correct Answer: A. is
When a measurement or distance is treated as a single unit, it takes a singular verb. 'Three miles' as a distance is viewed as one quantity, requiring singular 'is'. Mastering this concept helps in solving grammar-based questions in competitive examinations like SSC and banking exams.
The committee _______ made their decision.
Correct Answer: A. has
Collective nouns like 'committee' take singular verbs in formal standard English. 'Has' agrees with the singular subject 'committee' as a unified entity. Mastering this concept helps in solving grammar-based questions in competitive examinations like SSC and banking exams.
Neither of the boys _______ arrived yet.
Correct Answer: A. has
'Neither of the boys' is singular, requiring the singular auxiliary 'has'. Even though it refers to boys, the pronoun 'neither' is grammatically singular. Mastering this concept helps in solving grammar-based questions in competitive examinations like SSC and banking exams.
Mathematics _______ a difficult subject for many students.
Correct Answer: B. is
Subject names like mathematics, physics, and economics are singular despite their plural form. 'Is' is the correct verb form for these singular nouns. Mastering this concept helps in solving grammar-based questions in competitive examinations like SSC and banking exams.
The police _______ arrived at the scene.
Correct Answer: B. have
'Police' is always plural in English, requiring the plural verb 'have'. Even when singular in meaning, 'police' grammatically requires plural verb forms. Mastering this concept helps in solving grammar-based questions in competitive examinations like SSC and banking exams.
The audience _______ been very enthusiastic.
Correct Answer: A. has
Collective nouns like 'audience' take singular auxiliary verbs in standard English. 'Has' agrees with 'audience' as a single unit rather than treating individual members separately. Mastering this concept helps in solving grammar-based questions in competitive examinations like SSC and banking exams.
Every student and teacher _______ required to attend.
Correct Answer: A. is
When subjects are connected by 'and' with 'every', the verb remains singular. 'Every student and teacher' is treated as singular in this construction, requiring 'is'. Mastering this concept helps in solving grammar-based questions in competitive examinations like SSC and banking exams.
The number of applicants _______ increasing every year.
Correct Answer: B. is
'The number of' takes a singular verb. 'Is' is correct because the subject is 'number' (singular), not 'applicants'. The phrase 'the number of' always uses singular verbs.