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5 Grammar Time

5.1. Choose the correct option and complete the sentences

below.

a. There (is/am/are) a boy beside the peach tree.

b. There (was/were) lice running all over his head.

c. Everybody in the class (has/have) worn the tie.

d. Both of the girls (are/is/am) from France.

e. One of the boys (speak/speaks/are speaking) German.

f. The injured (was/were) taken to the hospital.

g. Either of the players (has/have) arrived.

h. Light (travel/travels/were travelling) in a straight line.

i. English (is/are/were) is my favourite subject.

j. Each of the hippies (has/have/is) worn baggy pants.

5.2. Read the following sentences.

a. Nepal has already reached the semi finals.

b. The visitors haven’t got the ticket yet.

c. They are still waiting for the bus.

d. Have you wiped the glasses yet?

e. I think John already knows about the surprise party.

f. Nepali women are still fasting for their husband’s long

life.

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