TASK DEFINITION: In this task you are given a sentence. You must judge whether subject of the main clause is singular or plural. Label the instances as "Singular" or "Plural" based on your judgment.
PROBLEM: Only a slight wheeze escaped his lips -- no cry of pain or surprise, as he hurtled toward the short wooden railing.

SOLUTION: Singular

PROBLEM: Its fur was mottled gray and cream ( like a case of mange, Michael said ), and its left eye had a permanent squint.

SOLUTION: Singular

PROBLEM: The negotiations involve several meetings with tribal, government, and Terrorist leaders.

SOLUTION:
Plural