The noun 'family' as a unit takes: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The noun 'family' as a unit takes:

A. none

B. singular verb

C. plural verb

D. either

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

When considered as a unit, singular: 'The family is united.' But it can take plural if members individually: 'The family are quarrelling.' So C is better. But default singular.

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