Multiple choice

Directions: The following question, fill the blank space with the best choice from the given options.

The government __________ determined to implement the plan.

  1. has

  2. is

  3. are

  4. will

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

The government is a collective noun. When collective nouns refer to a single unit or entity, they take a singular verb. Here, 'the government' is acting as one unified body determined to implement the plan, so 'is' (singular) is correct. If the emphasis were on individual members acting separately, 'are' could be used.