instruction:
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.
question:
Hailey, at three, bore a strong resemblance to her father and to her brother, David.
answer:
Singular

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

question:
Paul unscrewed the cap and gave the contents a cursory sniff.
answer:
Singular