Which linking verb should be used in this sentence?

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Which linking verb should be used in this sentence?

This novel proves that Lennie’s death and the practice of capital punishment or mercy killing, in general, ____ unjustifiable. Does "are", "were", or "is" go in the blank?

2007-12-12 13:28:46 · 3 answers · asked by james t 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay

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Bart is right that "novel" is the subject and is singular. However, the verb in question modifies the two nouns "death" and "practice". You should use ARE. The verb which modifies "novel" is PROVES.

2007-12-12 13:45:16 · answer #1 · answered by Terri J 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Is would be the correct answer, as the subject is singular. (this novel)

2007-12-12 13:37:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

ARE

2007-12-12 13:32:42 · answer #3 · answered by dvatwork 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋