COLLECTIVE NOUNS
EGP #689 | B1 | NOUNS / plural Can use collective nouns, usually with a singular verb, but also with a plural verb depending on whether the noun is perceived as a single group or collection of individuals. Lexical range: N/A
我们公司正在修建一个新的图书馆。
Our ___company is building a new library.
我们的家庭由父母和两个孩子组成。
Our ___family consists of parents and two children.
飞船的机组人员正在为明天的发射做准备。
The spaceship's ___crew are preparing for tomorrow's launch.
这家医院的全体员工都非常专业。
The ___staff of this hospital are all very professional.
政府正在考虑降低税收。
The ___government is considering lowering taxes.