Phrases Between Subject & Verb Exercises (Medium)
B1-B2 Level
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This is a crucial difference. Compare: "The manager and her team are attending" (two subjects joined by "and" = plural) with "The manager, together with her team, is attending" (one subject + extra phrase = singular). Notice the commas around the phrase — they signal that it is additional information, not a second subject. Learners preparing for B1 and B2 examinations should learn this rule because exam writers frequently use "along with," "as well as," and "together with" to test whether students know these phrases do not create plural subjects.
Quick Rule
subject, + along with / as well as / together with / including + noun, + verb (matches the subject)
- 1.My sister, as well as her friends, enjoys hiking. (subject "sister" — singular verb)
- 2.The children, along with their teacher, don't want to leave. (subject "children" — plural verb, negative)
- 3.He, together with his brothers, is moving to London. (subject "he" — singular verb)
- 4.Our neighbours, including their dog, walk past every morning. (subject "neighbours" — plural verb)
- 5.The captain, as well as the crew, was rescued safely. (subject "captain" — singular verb)
All 20 questions
Choose the correct verb form. Find the TRUE subject despite longer intervening phrases.
The president, along with his advisors, _____ (is / are) attending the summit.
The results of the investigation _____ (has / have) been released.
The teacher, as well as the students, _____ (enjoy / enjoys) the excursions.
The collection of rare books in the library _____ (includes / include) first editions.
The members of the committee, including the chairperson, _____ (supports / support) the proposal.
The CEO, together with the board members, _____ (has / have) approved the budget.
The impact of these changes on the environment _____ (is / are) significant.
The photographs in the album, taken during our holiday, _____ (brings / bring) back memories.
The director, with his assistant and secretary, _____ (are / is) travelling to the conference.
The articles written by this journalist _____ (are / is) well-researched.
The professor, accompanied by her research team, _____ (present / presents) the findings.
The paintings by this artist, displayed in the gallery, _____ (sells / sell) for millions.
The behaviour of the children in the classroom _____ (has / have) improved.
The students from different countries who joined this year _____ (is / are) adjusting well.
The author, in addition to the illustrator, _____ (deserves / deserve) credit for this book.
The decisions made by the management of this company _____ (affect / affects) all employees.
The captain, like the other players, _____ (train / trains) five days a week.
The ingredients used in this recipe _____ (come / comes) from local farms.
The mayor, not the council members, _____ (makes / make) the final decision.
The effects of the new policy on small businesses _____ (remains / remain) unclear.
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