Question

practice b identifying subjects and verbs in sentences beginning with here or there
read each sentence. then, underline the subject of the sentence and circle the verb.
example: there is enough milk for the recipe.
answer: there is enough milk for the recipe.

1. there is a library on the corner.
2. there are three reasons not to go.
3. here is my best guess.
4. there is a spare tire in the trunk.
5. there are problems with that plan.
6. here is the best proposal.
7. there are four assignments due.
8. here is a response to your letter.
9. there are many pillows on the couch.
10. here is your uncle.

Explanation:

In sentences starting with "There" or "Here", the subject is the noun that follows the verb. The verb is "is" or "are" (depending on the subject's number - singular or plural).

Answer:

1. There (is) a library on the corner.
2. There (are) three reasons not to go.
3. Here (is) my best guess.
4. There (is) a spare tire in the trunk.
5. There (are) problems with that plan.
6. Here (is) the best proposal.
7. There (are) four assignments due.
8. Here (is) a response to your letter.
9. There (are) many pillows on the couch.
10. Here (is) your uncle.