Correct option is A
Option (a) contains an error.
Explanation: The subject
“Vincent Jonson” is singular. Therefore, the verb must also be singular. The use of
“are” is incorrect here. It should be replaced with
“is” to maintain subject-verb agreement.
Correct sentence:
Vincent Jonson, a musician, is going to lead an 80-man naval band...
Grammatical rule used: In subject-verb agreement, a
singular subject takes a
singular verb. Appositive phrases (like “a musician”) do not change the number of the subject.
Example: Ravi, a teacher,
is attending the seminar.
Information Booster:
When the subject is followed by additional information within commas, always ensure the verb agrees with the
main subject, not the descriptive phrase.