Q
Hard 1 Mark
English Subject-Verb Agreement
Which type of noun correctly takes a PLURAL verb despite looking similar to -ics academic subjects?
Explanation
Items that exist in pairs, such as scissors and trousers, always take a plural verb — unlike -ics words and diseases, which take singular verbs.
Reference: Skoolyst English Grammar Series , Page 1
Hint
Separate the 'pairs' category from the 'singular concept' category carefully.
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