| Idx | 1770 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | media |
| Sub Entry Number | 2 |
| Type of Sentence | ? |
| Error Sentence | In January 1990, the international news media was excited because it appeared that Mandela might be released. |
| Correct Sentence | In January 1990, the international news media were excited because it appeared that Mandela might be released. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | In January 1990, the international news media [[was]] excited because it appeared that Mandela might be released. |
| Cloze Sentence | In January 1990, the international news media [[were]] excited because it appeared that Mandela might be released. |
| Cloze Answer | were |
| Choices | were | was |
| Explanation | The media usually takes a plural verb, especially in formal styles: 'The media have shown considerable interest in the trial.' A singular verb is sometimes heard in everyday conversation, but some careful users consider this to be incorrect. |
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