How to Correct a Sentence with Underlined Words
What is the correct phrase to replace the underlined words in the following sentence?
The words "Equal Justice Under Law" is carved above the main entrance to the Supreme Court.
A. has been carved
B. The sentence is already correct.
C. carved
D. are carved
The answer to your question is A. has been carved
A. has been carved is the correct answer.
To correct the sentence, we need to use the correct verb form. In this case, the phrase "has been carved" is the correct option. The sentence should read: "The words 'Equal Justice Under Law' has been carved above the main entrance to the Supreme Court."
When dealing with phrases like this, it is important to pay attention to subject-verb agreement. In this case, since "words" is a plural subject, the correct verb form should be "have been carved." By choosing option A, we ensure that the sentence is grammatically correct.
Remember to always check for proper subject-verb agreement when correcting sentences. This will help you ensure that your writing is clear, concise, and accurate.