Instructions: Complete each sentence by choosing the correct pair of words: "either...or..." or "neither...nor...". Pay attention to the meaning of the sentence and how the verb should agree with the closest subject.
Name:
Date:
1. A government's primary role is to provide
security
essential services for its citizens.
2. In many countries, public healthcare is funded by
taxes
private donations.
3. The proposed new law will benefit
big businesses
small companies. It will help only individuals.
4. Citizens can
vote in elections
participate in public forums to influence policy.
5.
the legislative branch
the executive branch was able to pass the bill without compromise.
6. A fair justice system should
protect the innocent
punish the guilty.
7. The city council needs to decide on
improving public transportation
building new parks.
8. Economic stability was achieved by
controlling inflation
creating more jobs.
9.
the mayor
the council members agreed on the budget cut. They all disagreed.
10. Governments must defend their borders
through military strength
through diplomacy.
11. The new education reforms pleased
parents
teachers. Everyone was unhappy.