TASK DEFINITION: In this task you are given a sentence. You must judge whether the object of the main clause is singular(like: apple) or plural(like: apartments). Label the instances as "Singular" or "Plural" based on your judgment.
PROBLEM: So close, his fingertips brushed the nipple, making fire rip through her veins.

SOLUTION: Singular

PROBLEM: They didn't notice the two new arrivals until General Armstrong swept several aside with one great arm to inspect the problem he was brought there for.

SOLUTION: Plural

PROBLEM: He swept the tracks away with the broom, pausing several minutes to admire them before he started.

SOLUTION:
Plural