JAMB Use of English 1995 Question 69

Question 69

Concord

Fill the gap(s) with the most appropriate option: Either Ekaette or you ________ to go

  1. A.was
  2. B.are
  3. C.has
  4. D.is
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (are)

Explanation

With 'either…or', the verb agrees with the nearer subject, 'you', so 'are'.