Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank.

Five years ________ the maximum sentence for that offence.

  1. is

  2. are

  3. was

  4. were

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Phrases referring to time, money, distance, or weight usually take singular verbs when they represent a single total amount. 'Five years' here is one period of time, not individual years, so 'is' is correct.