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: My assailant picks up the crossbow and backs away a few steps.

SOLUTION: Singular

PROBLEM: I set my backpack down on the floor as I place the schedule between my lips and pull the rubber band off of my wrist.

SOLUTION: Singular

PROBLEM: Although it pained Lauren to do it, she'd told the lawyer she had no more money to spend on her sister's case.

SOLUTION:
Singular