Bluebook SAT Test Form, Structure, and Sense 15

Question 1

The team of researchers, along with their graduate assistants, _______ presenting findings at the international conference next month.

Accepted Answer

is

Answer

The subject 'team' is singular; the phrase 'along with their graduate assistants' is parenthetical and does not affect subject-verb agreement.

Question 2

Each of the proposed amendments _______ reviewed thoroughly by the legal department before the vote.

Accepted Answer

was

Answer

'Each' is singular; the prepositional phrase 'of the proposed amendments' does not affect the verb; 'was' is correct.

Question 3

Inspired by the documentary, _______ began volunteering at the local animal shelter every weekend.

Accepted Answer

many viewers

Answer

The participial phrase 'Inspired by the documentary' modifies the subject of the main clause — 'many viewers' are the ones inspired and who begin volunteering.

Question 4

The judge ruled that both defendants _______ entitled to a retrial based on newly discovered evidence.

Accepted Answer

were

Answer

The subject 'both defendants' is plural; in a past-context ruling, the plural past tense 'were' is correct.

Question 5

The company's values include transparency, integrity, and a commitment to _______ all stakeholders equitably.

Accepted Answer

treating

Answer

'A commitment to' is a noun phrase; the preposition 'to' here is not an infinitive marker but a preposition, so it requires a gerund: 'treating.'

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Bluebook SAT Test Form, Structure, and Sense 15