MAP 3rd Grade Language Usage

A comprehensive course that helps 3rd graders master grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills needed for MAP Language Usage assessments.

Parts of SpeechSentence Structure and PunctuationVocabulary and Word Meanings
Subject-Verb AgreementUsing Synonyms and AntonymsCombining Sentences
Writing Friendly LettersRevising and Editing WritingUsing Language for Everyday Tasks
Careful Reading of QuestionsChecking Your WorkUsing Process of Elimination
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Advanced Topics

Subject-Verb Agreement

Making Subjects and Verbs Match

In sentences, the subject and the verb need to "agree"—this means they must both be singular or both be plural.

How It Works

  • If the subject is one thing, the verb usually ends with "-s".
  • If the subject is more than one, the verb usually does not end with "-s".

Why Does This Matter?

Matching them correctly helps your sentences sound right and make sense to your reader.

Real-World Application

When writing instructions for a group, you need to make sure your verbs match your subjects so everyone understands what to do.

Examples

  • The dog runs fast.

  • The dogs run fast.

In a Nutshell

Subjects and verbs must match in number to keep sentences correct.

Key Terms

Agreement
When two parts of a sentence match each other in number or gender.
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Using Synonyms and Antonyms