UI Post-UTME Use of English 2014 (Model questions) Question 27

Question 27

Concord

Choose the option that best fills the gap or gaps: Many a player ________ to score a goal

  1. A.is wanting
  2. B.wants
  3. C.want
  4. D.have wanted
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (wants)

Explanation

'Many a' is followed by a singular noun and a singular verb: wants.