Quarter 4 - Module 4

Observing Correct
Grammar in Making
Definitions
OBJECTIVES:

• Apply correct grammar in

making definitions.
Subject-Verb Agreement

Singular subjects need S-form of the

verb; plural subjects need base form of
the verb.
Rule No. 1

A singular subject must take a

singular verb. A plural subject must
take a plural verb.
Rule No. 2

A phrases or clause that comes

between the subject and the verb does
not affect the number of the subject.
Rule No. 3

Two subjects joined by and

take a plural verb.
 Quarter 4 - Module 4

PARTS OF
DEFINITION
TERM
refers to the word or phrase
that is being defined.
Example
GEneral class
refers to the class where the
term belongs.
Example
Differentiating characteristics

it is the use of relative pronouns

and dependent clause.
Example
 EVALUATION:
Study the definitions in column A to identify
the parts of a definition in Column B, C, D. Use
a separate sheet of paper to do this activity.