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Modifying Phrases or Clauses Between Subject And Verb
When a prepositional phrase modifies the subject of a clause, the verb must still agree with the subject, not with any noun in the prepositional phrase.
The hole [in my pants] looks ugly.
The holes [in my coat] look ugly.
Application 6
When a dependent clause or verbal phrase separates a subject from its verb, the verb must still agree with the subject, not with a noun in the clause or phrase.
The noise {that they're making with the dishes} gives me an idea.
The noises {that they're making with the dishes} give me an idea.
Application 7
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