Collective nouns used in plural forms - Grammar Point
As English grammar plays a prominent role to show right direction to the language. Here are some collective nouns they always take plural verbs.
Here is the list.
Polish, people, vermin, cattle, mankind, nation, folk, public poultry, cattle, pigeon, tree, gentry, clergy, audience.
Use all nouns as a plural and use plural verbs after them.
Ex- Police are...... police have...... police were......
Incorrect: Public is waiting for upcoming movies.
Correct: Public are waiting for upcoming movies.
Kindly follow some grammatical rules and look up dictionary for more meaning.
This thing is going to help you for competitive entrance if you are writing for CAT mad Jet banking SSC railway and any other competitive entrance may be for job or admission this English is very specific towards grammar and its usage it will strengthen your English command and you can remove common errors.
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