Question :
Correct the following sentence
The abilities required for winning matches is dexterity and fitness.
Option 1: always combine dexterity and fitness.
Option 2:
are dexterity and fitness.
Option 3:
combines dexterity and fitness
Option 4: combine dexterity and fitness
Option 5: is dexterity and fitness
Correct Answer:
are dexterity and fitness.
Solution :
The subject in the given sentence is abilities. As it is a plural noun, the verb governing it should also be plural, thus, “are dexterity and fitness” is the correct expression.