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Which sentence correctly uses "people" in the general sense (plural of person)?

APeople is waiting for the train.

BPeople are waiting for the train.

CThe people has a strong culture.

DA people are waiting for the train.

Answer:

B. People are waiting for the train.

Read Explanation:

  • Here, "people" simply means many individuals, so it takes plural verb "are".


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