Asked by Brooklin Adams on Jul 21, 2024
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Select the correct verb or verbs for each sentence. Some tsunami waves ( rise , rises ) as high as 100 feet, move 450 miles per hour, and ( hit , hits ) so hard they ( destroy , destroys ) piers, homes, bridges, and human life.
A) rise, hit, destroy
B) rises, hits, destroys
Correct Verb
Utilization of a verb that accurately expresses the action or state of being applicable to the subject in a sentence.
Tsunami Waves
Large, powerful ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides, capable of causing widespread destruction when they reach coastlines.
Miles Per Hour
A unit of speed expressing the number of miles traveled in one hour, commonly used in the United States and the UK.
- Ascertain and utilize proper verb concurrence with subjects in different contexts.
- Apply the conventions of subject-verb alignment in elaborate sentences.
Verified Answer
MJ
Michael JoshuaJul 27, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The correct verbs are "rise," "hit," and "destroy" because the subject "Some tsunami waves" is plural, requiring plural verbs.
Learning Objectives
- Ascertain and utilize proper verb concurrence with subjects in different contexts.
- Apply the conventions of subject-verb alignment in elaborate sentences.