When is it appropriate to break the rule that requires subjects joined by and to use a plural verb

The book the sweet-hereafter; in section four, which of the following is the extended metaphor for nichole's mental state. a) the room her father built her from the sun-room b) the wheel chair she sits in c)the computer from mr. stephens d) the teddy bear from her childhood

Modernist poets were concerned with many issues and used their poetry to express their concerns. which item from this list was not one of their concerns? a.corruption of traditional american values b.brutality of wwi c.the effects of the great depression d.crowded, crime-ridden city life e.alienation of the individual

Which phrase or word from the poem reviles the view of the authors believe that outgoing people tend to gossip or share information