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.

  1. A.

    The best part of the programme is the dances.

  2. B.

    The best part of the programme are the dances.

  3. C.

    The best part of the programme are the dance.

  4. D.

    The best parts of the programme is the dances.

Answer

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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