Multiple choice

Directions: Complete the sentence below by choosing the correct option from those given at the end of the sentence.

The ministry ______ united on the language issue.

  1. are

  2. is

  3. has

  4. were
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B Correct answer
Explanation

'Ministry' is a singular collective noun referring to a governmental body as a unified entity. Therefore, it takes the singular verb 'is'. When ministries or collective nouns are viewed as a single unit, they require singular verbs.

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