Instructions: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the verb in parentheses (base form or 3rd person singular -s/-es). Then, in the space provided, briefly explain why that form is correct by identifying the subject and the key grammatical rule.

1. The company that I work for (to produce) high-quality software.

   • Why?

2. Not only my brother but also my parents (to enjoy) watching classical music concerts.

   • Why?

3. Everybody in my office (to know) how important the deadline is.

   • Why?

4. The team (to practice) hard every day for the upcoming tournament.

   • Why?

5. There (to seem) to be several problems with this plan.

   • Why?

6. Five hundred dollars (to seem) like a fair price for that laptop.

   • Why?

7. He (to do) his homework as soon as he gets home from school.

   • Why?

8. The singer and songwriter (to perform) live tonight at the stadium.

   • Why?

9. Neither the students nor the teacher (to want) to cancel the trip.

   • Why?

10. The data we collected (to show) a clear trend towards healthier eating.

    • Why?

11. A number of applicants (to have) already been interviewed for the position.

    • Why?

12. The jury (to have) differing opinions on the case.

    • Why?

Instructions: Rewrite the following sentences based on the prompt. Maintain the same meaning but change the structure, paying close attention to the verb form.

Prompt: Change the subject to a 3rd person singular noun (he, she, it, or a name).
7. I study English every evening.
* Transformed: Maria English every evening.

Prompt: Make this a general truth or fact.
8. I feel that water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.
* Transformed: Water at 100 degrees Celsius.

Prompt: Form a question.
9. They understand the instructions.
* Transformed: they the instructions?

Prompt: Form a negative statement.
10. This computer runs very fast.
* Transformed: This computer very fast.

Prompt: Add the frequency adverb "usually" in the correct position.
11. He checks his email in the morning.
* Transformed:

Prompt: Rephrase the sentence to begin with "There..."
12. Several good restaurants exist in this neighborhood.
* Transformed: several good restaurants in this neighborhood.