which verb is correct. 1.Historical fiction (is, are) make-belive stories based on real events or people.
2. An example of historical fiction (is, are) the novel Ben and Me.
3. The main characters (is, are) Bem Franklin and a mouse named Amos.
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To determine which verb is correct in each of these sentences, we need to consider subject-verb agreement. In English, the verb must agree with the number of the subject (singular or plural).
1. "Historical fiction" is a singular noun phrase, so the correct verb is "is." Therefore, the correct sentence is: "Historical fiction is make-believe stories based on real events or people."
2. "An example of historical fiction" is also a singular noun phrase. Therefore, the correct verb is "is." The correct sentence is: "An example of historical fiction is the novel Ben and Me."
3. "The main characters" is a plural noun phrase, so the correct verb is "are." Therefore, the correct sentence is: "The main characters are Ben Franklin and a mouse named Amos."
By understanding subject-verb agreement and analyzing the number of the subject, you can determine the correct verb to use in each sentence.