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: The sand slid off the strange material as if it was perfectly smooth.

SOLUTION: Singular

PROBLEM: Trying hard not to think about us being alone together in an empty room, I close the drawer and take a step toward the dresser.

SOLUTION: Singular

PROBLEM: Social media removed real connections and friendships and replaced them with ratings, whining rants, and new ways to bully people.

SOLUTION:
Plural