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How to find the subject of a sentence

To find the subject of a sentence, put who or what before the verb in the sentence. The answer to this question will probably be the subject of the sentence.

  • Gary sang.
    Who sang?
    Answer: Gary
    Subject: Gary
  • The cat is sleeping.
    Who is sleeping?
    Answer: The cat.
    Subject: The cat.
  • The eggs are in the fridge.
    What is in the fridge?
    Answer: Eggs.
    Subject: Eggs.