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Subject Verb Agreement Mind Map for Grammar Study

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Rules grouped by branch

Subjects, pronouns, compound subjects and exceptions sit in separate branches you can expand.

Quiz and flashcards

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How to Make a Subject Verb Agreement Map

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AI builds the map
The AI groups rules into branches: number, compound subjects, pronouns and exceptions.
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Subject Verb Agreement Concept Map Explained

Subject verb agreement is the rule that a verb must match its subject in number, singular or plural. A singular subject takes a singular verb, as in "the dog runs", and a plural subject takes a plural verb, as in "the dogs run". The concept divides into a few main branches: the basic singular and plural rule, compound subjects joined by and or or, indefinite pronouns such as everyone and none, and special cases like collective nouns and phrases placed between subject and verb.

Basic rule: singular subjects take singular verbs, plural subjects take plural verbs
Compound subjects: and usually means plural, with or following the nearest subject
Indefinite pronouns: everyone, each and none are usually singular
Collective nouns: team or committee is singular when acting as one unit
Interrupting phrases: ignore words like along with or as well as when finding the subject

Use the map to review each branch, then test yourself with examples. To make a map for your own grammar course, generate one from your notes with CogniGuide.

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Subject Verb Agreement Questions

Answers on the rule itself and on building your own map.

What is the basic rule of subject verb agreement?

A singular subject needs a singular verb, such as "she writes". A plural subject needs a plural verb, such as "they write". The -s ending on present tense verbs often marks the singular form, which is why it can feel reversed.

How do compound subjects agree with verbs?

Subjects joined by and are usually plural, as in "tea and coffee are ready". With or or nor, the verb agrees with the subject closest to it, as in "neither the boys nor the girl is here".

Which file types can I use to make my own map?

You can upload a PDF, Word (DOCX) or PowerPoint (PPTX) file, a text or Markdown file, or an image. You can also just type a topic and the AI will build the map from it.

Is it free, and can I turn the map into a quiz?

There is a free plan with 5 creations a week and no payment needed. On any map you can expand nodes, export PNG or PDF, and turn the map into a quiz to test yourself.