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UI Post-UTME Use of English 2024 (Model questions) Question 18

Question 18

Concord

Pick from the options the appropriate word or phrase that completes the given expression: The lecturer, along with his assistants, ________ present at the seminar.

  1. A.are
  2. B.were
  3. C.is
  4. D.have been
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (is)

Explanation

'Along with his assistants' does not change the subject; 'the lecturer' is singular, so 'is'.