For each of the following sentences, choose the form of the verb that agrees with the subject.
For help with this exercise, see chapter 24 of Real Essays 5e.
Example
They (does, do) so not solely out of interest in current events.
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Instead, their jobs in government and business (requires, require) them to read and summarize the latest information in their given fields.
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Each of their bosses (needs, need) this information early in the morning to be prepared for the day.
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For example, a politician who introduces new legislation (wants, want) to know the public’s reaction as soon as possible.
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Learning of new complaints about such legislation by 8 a.m. (gives, give) the politician time to shape a thoughtful response for a 10 a.m. news conference.
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What (is, are) the benefits of the reading-
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There (is, are) several, according to the young people who do such work.
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Information and power (goes, go) together, some of them say.
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A reputation for being in the know (helps, help) them rise through the ranks at their workplaces.
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Also, they (has, have) a chance to build skills and connections that can lead to other jobs.
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