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11.2 Subject Relative Clauses: Verb Agreement

1. The verb in a subject relative clause I have a friend who likes traveling.
agrees with the noun it describes. Noun Verb

I have friends who like traveling.
Noun Verb
2. Be careful! The verb in the main clause Main Clause
always agrees with the subject of the
main clause. The map that shows the sites looks very old.
Relative Clause
3. Do not repeat the subject in a relative ✓ Where’s the book that has the map of Egypt?
clause. ✗ Where’s the book that it has the map of Egypt?

5 Complete the relative clause in each conversation. Use the simple present form of the verb in
parentheses.

1. A: Have you seen the travel guide?
B: I’m not sure. Is it the green book that is (be) on the kitchen table?

2. A: What do you want to do this afternoon?

B: I want to find some stores that (sell) stone carvings.

3. A: Is there anyone who (understand) French?

B: Yes. I do. How can I help you?
4. A: Oh, no. I forgot my camera.

B: Do you have a phone that (take) good photos?

5. A: What kind of driver do you prefer, Ms. Jones?

B: I prefer one who (not talk) too much.

6. A: What sort of clothes are you taking on your trip?
B: I’m just taking clothes that (be) easy to pack.
I can only take one suitcase.

6 Circle the correct form of the verb to complete each sentence.

1. The guide that told funny stories was / were the tourists’ favorite.
2. Restaurants that offer a fixed menu usually has / have lower prices.

3. The boat trips that include a visit to the island costs / cost a lot of money.
4. The people who are complaining about the flight has lost / have lost their baggage.

5. The train that stops at every station doesn’t arrive / don’t arrive until 11:00 p.m.

6. The gallery that displays the work of local artists has been / have been open for two years.

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