Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank.

Either his sister or his parents _______ to see me.

  1. has

  2. have

  3. was

  4. is
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B Correct answer
Explanation

With 'either...or' constructions, the verb agrees with the nearest subject. Here, 'parents' is plural and comes right before the verb, so we use the plural verb 'have' rather than 'has,' 'was,' or 'is.' The phrase 'either his sister or his parents' means only one group is coming, but the verb matches 'parents.'

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