| Idx | 1706 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | majority |
| Sub Entry Number | 2 |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | The majority of motorists is opposed to the scheme. |
| Correct Sentence | The majority of motorists are opposed to the scheme. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | The majority of motorists [[is]] opposed to the scheme. |
| Cloze Sentence | The majority of motorists [[are]] opposed to the scheme. |
| Cloze Answer | are |
| Choices | is | are |
| Explanation | the majority + singular/plural verb: 'The majority is/are in favour of abolishing the death penalty.' the majority of + plural count noun + plural verb: 'The majority of voters are in favour of abolishing the death penalty.' |
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