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: The captain searched the boy, cruelly bound his hands behind his back, and took the reins of the' silly horse.'

SOLUTION: Singular

PROBLEM: As he takes me higher and higher, the throbbing becomes more demanding.

SOLUTION: Singular

PROBLEM: Ryan's reference to Ellie as loyal made her feel unworthy.

SOLUTION:
Singular