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: " Dogs can be a nuisance. "

SOLUTION: Plural

PROBLEM: Hardware stores sure tried to cater to everyone's needs these days, and I was glad.

SOLUTION: Plural

PROBLEM: Her nearest neighbor is over forty miles away. "

SOLUTION:
Singular