Question

Grammar Edit the following sentences to eliminate problems with subject-verb agreement and write the edited sentence. If a sentence is correct, write "correct." Example Jack's first days in the infantry was grueling. Jack's first days in the infantry were grueling 1. One of the main reasons for elephant poaching are the profits received from selling the ivory tusks. 2. Not until my interview with Dr. Chang were other possibilities opened to me. 3. Batik cloth from Bali, blue and white ceramics from Cambodia, and a bocce ball from Turin has made Hannah's room the talk of the dorm. 4. The board of directors, ignoring the wishes of the neighbourhood, has voted to allow further development. 5. Measles is a contagious childhood disease. 6. The presence of certain bacteria in our bodies are one of the factors that determines our overall health. 7. Leah is the only one of the many applicants who has the ability to step into this job. 8. Neither the explorer nor his companions was ever seen again.​

Answer 1

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Action Verbs

While there are several types of verbs, today’s lesson will focus on action verbs. Action verbs tell what the subject of a sentence is doing. Words like navigate, climb, swing, slide, told and answer are action verbs.

Can you think of verbs for actions you completed today? You may have brushed your teeth, put your shoes on, smiled at your friend, and drank your water. For the rest of the day, think about what you’re doing. What verbs can you think of?

Answer 2

Answer:

One of the main reasons for elephant poaching are the profits received from selling the

One of the main reasons for elephant poaching is the profits received from selling the ivory tusks.