Grammar and Subject-Verb Agreement
CAT 1991 Slot 1 · Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension · Easy · Grammar
This is an easy Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension question from the CAT 1991 Slot 1 paper. It tests Grammar. The full answer key and a step-by-step explanation are below — try it yourself first, then reveal the solution.
From the statements below, choose the one that expresses the idea most correctly.
- A.
The best part of the programme is the dances.
- B.
The best part of the programme are the dances.
- C.
The best part of the programme are the dance.
- D.
The best parts of the programme is the dances.
A
Explanation
The subject here is 'the best part', which is singular and should therefore be followed by a singular verb 'is'. Thus option (a) is correct.
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