Underline the correct word. 1 A: How many biscuits was/were there in the tin?
B: I don't know.
2 A: These trousers is/are too long.
B: You must have bought the wrong size.
3 A: My hair is/are a mess today.
B: Don't be silly. You look lovely.
4 A: I need some new socks.
B: There is/are a new pair in that bag for you.
5 A: What happened to that escaped criminal?
B: The police is/are still looking for him.
6 A: Did you see Steve at the party?
B: No. There was/were too many other people there.
7 A: Do you like my new shoes?
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B: Oh yes. My shoes is/are very similar, actually.
8 A: I can't stand people who never do/does
anything for themselves.
B: Nor can I. No one should depend totally on others.
9 A: My shorts is/are dirty.
B: Well, you'll have to wear a skirt.
10 A: The stairs in the cathedral was/were very steep.
B: Yes. I was exhausted when I reached the top.
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