Why Adds -S or -ES? Grade 3 Subject–Verb Agreement Guide
Why Adds -S or -ES? Grade 3 Subject–Verb Agreement Guide for Young Learners
Have you ever noticed that sometimes we say “He plays” but “They play”? This happens because of subject–verb agreement! In this Grade 3 English grammar worksheet, students learn when to add -s or -es to verbs. With fun and simple exercises, this worksheet helps build strong grammar skills step by step.
What Is The Topic?
Subject–Verb Agreement (adds -s or -es) means that the verb changes depending on the subject. When the subject is one person, animal, or thing, we often add -s or -es to the verb. When the subject is more than one, we do not add -s or -es.
In this worksheet, students learn:
• When to use verbs with -s or -es
• When to use the base form of the verb
• How to identify correct and incorrect sentences
• How to apply the rule in different exercises
What’s In This Worksheet?
1. True and False sentences to check correct verb usage
2. Multiple choice questions to choose correct sentences
3. Fill in the blanks with correct verb forms
4. Sentence rewriting using pronouns
5. Paragraph completion with suitable verbs
This English grammar worksheet helps students practice verb forms and improves their understanding of sentence structure.
Definitions, Examples, Techniques, And Tips
Definition:
Subject–Verb Agreement means the verb must match the subject in number.
Examples from the worksheet:
• He plays cricket after school.
• She sings in the morning.
• Ravi writes a letter daily.
• The teacher teaches maths.
Technique:
• Add -s or -es when the subject is singular
• Do not add -s or -es when the subject is plural
Tip:
Look carefully at the subject before choosing the verb form.
Why Is It Important To Learn This?
Learning this grammar rule helps students form correct sentences. It improves writing and speaking skills. It also helps avoid common mistakes and builds confidence in English.
Where Will This Knowledge Help You?
This knowledge helps in:
• School exams
• Writing correct sentences
• Speaking clearly
• Completing grammar worksheets accurately
How To Use This Worksheet?
1. Attempt all questions independently
2. Read each sentence carefully
3. Choose or write the correct answer
4. Check answers in order
5. Practice regularly
The solutions follow the exact worksheet order. Students should compare answers carefully.
Important Tips And Tricks
1. Singular subjects need verbs with -s or -es
2. Plural subjects use the base form
3. Do not confuse “he/she” with “they”
4. Read the sentence fully before answering
5. Practice paragraph questions carefully
Complete Answer Key
Exercise No. 1
1. He plays cricket after school. – True
2. She sings in the morning. – True
3. Ravi writes a letter daily. – True
4. The dog barks at strangers. – True
5. My father goes to office. – True
6. They watches cartoons. – False
7. Riya reads a storybook. – True
8. The sun rises in the east. – True
9. Children plays football. – False
10. The teacher teaches maths. – True
Exercise No. 2
1. b) He plays cricket every Sunday.
2. a) They go to the park after lunch.
3. b) She sings a song in the assembly.
4. b) Ravi writes a letter to his uncle.
5. a) The children watch cartoons on TV.
6. b) My teacher teaches us English daily.
7. a) The boys run quickly after class.
8. a) She reads a storybook at bedtime.
9. b) The goalkeeper catches the football.
10. a) Mother washes the clothes every day.
Exercise No. 3
1. She does her homework daily.
2. The birds fly in the sky.
3. My brother plays chess in the evening.
4. The teacher teaches lessons clearly.
5. My sister plays the piano daily.
6. We eat sweets during Diwali.
7. The bus stops at the stop.
8. The boy drinks milk every night.
9. My friends run in the park.
10. Ravi goes to the library often.
Exercise No. 4
1. Ravi plays. He plays cricket daily.
2. The teacher teaches. He teaches maths.
3. My sister sings. She sings loudly.
4. The boy runs. He runs to school.
5. The girl reads. She reads storybooks.
6. The bus stops. It stops at the corner.
7. My father works. He works in Delhi.
8. The dog barks. It barks at strangers.
9. The child watches. He watches cartoons.
10. The player kicks. He kicks the ball.
Exercise No. 5
On a school day, the teacher teaches maths on the board and the students write answers in their books. Riya sings songs in the music class, and Raj plays cricket with his friends. My mother makes tea in the kitchen while father watches the news on television. The shopkeeper sells fruits in the basket, and the children eat sweets after lunch. The bus stops at the stop, and the boy does the homework neatly.
This Grade 3 English grammar worksheet on Subject–Verb Agreement helps students clearly understand when to add -s or -es to verbs. With regular practice, students can easily master this concept and build strong grammar skills.