Question

Fill in with the correct verb : Each of the boys ________ going to get a prize.

• A. Are
• B. Is
• C. May
• D. Has

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Is

• Each is a distributive pronoun that refers to every individual separately.

• It is always followed by a singular verb, even when it is followed by a plural noun.

• Here, boys is plural, but the subject each is singular.

• Therefore, is is the correct answer.

Grammar Rule

Each of + plural noun + singular verb

More Examples

1. Each of the students is intelligent.

2. Each of the teachers has a book.

3. Each of the players was given a certificate.

4. Each of the children has a toy.