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The indefinite pronouns that are considered singular take a singular verb form, for example:
- He had one hot dog, another is too much.
- Is anyone sitting here? (Anyone is sitting...)
- Yes, someone is sitting there.
- Either is good for me.
- Nothing is good enough for him.
Similarly, indefinite pronouns that are considered plural take a plural verb form, for example:
- You have two choices, both are of equal value.
- So few are taking advantage of the program.
- Fewer are completing the program
- Many are eligible for the program.
- Others are waiting to see the doctor.
Some indefinite pronouns can be singular or plural, depending on their use, for example:
- Is any left for latecomers? More is in the kitchen.
- Are any coming with you? More are welcome to come.
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What verb is used for the pronoun each?
The indefinite pronoun 'each' is a singular for which takes a verb for the singular.
What does the indefinite pronoun everybody take?
The indefinite pronoun "everybody" takes the singular form of the verb. For example, "Everybody is welcome to attend the event."
Make a sentence following pronoun-helping verb-adverb-verb-pronoun?
They are not going anywhere. they = personal pronoun are = helping verb not = adverb going = verb anywhere = indefinite pronoun
What are the linking verbs used with singular indefinite pronouns?
A linking verb is a verb acting as an equals sign, the subject is the object or becomes the object.Examples for singular, indefinite pronouns:Each is an individual. (individual = each, a singular indefinite pronoun)No one was safe. (safe = no one, a singular indefinite pronoun)Little got wet. (wet = little, a singular indefinite pronoun)
Is everybody a plural pronoun?
No, everybody is a singular indefinite pronoun and takes a singular verb form. For example:Everybody is invited to the game.Everybody was on time for the bus.
What are some examples of indefinite pronoun that does not agree with the verb?
Some examples of indefinite pronouns that do not agree with the verb in number are "everyone" (singular pronoun) and "they" (plural verb). For instance, the sentence "Everyone were present at the meeting" should be corrected to "Everyone was present at the meeting."
Is none a demonstrative pronoun indefinite pronoun interrogative pronoun relative pronoun or not a pronoun?
The pronoun 'nobody' is an indefinite pronoun, a word that takes the place of a noun for an unknown or unnamed person.Example: I rang the bell but nobody answered.
Which is correct where are everybody or where is everybody?
The correct verb is: Where is everybody?The indefinite pronoun 'everybody' is singular (every-body).
Pronoun-antecedent agreement with indefinite pronouns Neither the mayor nor the council members have filed their reports?
Pronoun-verb agreement requires a correct match between a pronoun and a verb based on number (singular or plural).A singular pronoun requires a verb for a singular subject.Example: She is expected at noon. (singular subject pronoun)A plural pronoun requires a verb for a plural subject.Example: They are expected at noon. (plural subject pronoun)
Is this sentence a pronoun-antecedent agreement with indefinite pronounsAnyone who requests a copy of the game may have it for their video library?
The indefinite pronoun 'anyone' is considered singular and may take the third person singular verb 'requests'. The adjective pronoun 'their; may have a singular or a plural antecedent. It is singular when the gender of the antecedent is not specified, as in the case of an indefinite subject pronoun. 'Their' is in agreement with 'anyone'.
Is time a pronoun?
No, time is not a pronoun. Time is a noun that refers to the indefinite continued progress of existence and events in the past, present, and future.
Is the indefinite pronoun 'everyone' plural?
No, the pronoun everyone is a singular form (everyone) and takes a singular verb form. For example:Everyone is invited to the game.Everyone was on time for the bus.
