Which still wants vs which still want

Question

Which one is correct?

1) Pick those pieces of your heart which still wants to be happy , or

2) Pick those pieces of your heart which still want to be happy.

score 2 · Answer 1 · answered Jul 24 '18 at 19:08

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"Pick those pieces of your heart which still want to be happy" is correct.

"Want" matches with the plural noun, "pieces." A piece wants, whereas pieces want.

answered Jul 24 '18 at 19:08

jmrpink

score -1 · Answer 2 · answered Jul 24 '18 at 19:09

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Well the subject is "pieces of your heart" so I'd say "still want" though it doesn't make much sense.

answered Jul 24 '18 at 19:09

OnceUponEnglish

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