FEBRUARY 2021 MODULE

TENNESSEE
Tennessee is a U.S. state located in the Southeastern United States. Tennessee is the 36th most extensive and the 16th most
populous of the 50 United States. Tennessee is the 36th largest by area and the 16th most populous of the 50 states. It is
bordered by eight states, with Kentucky to the north, Virginia to the northeast, North Carolina to the east, Georgia, Alabama,
and Mississippi to the south, Arkansas to the west, and Missouri to the northwest. The Appalachian Mountains dominate the
eastern part of the state, and the Mississippi River forms its western border. Elected in 2018, Bill Lee is currently serving as the
50th governor of Tennessee.

Nashville is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Tennessee. The city is the county seat of Davidson County
and is located on the Cumberland River. It is the 23rd most-populous city in the United States. A major center for the music
industry, especially country music, Nashville is commonly known as "Music City". 

How did Tennessee get its name?

The name comes from the name for Cherokee Indian Villages "Tanasi". It comes from the Native American word "Tenasi" that
means "big bend" and describes the Tennessee River.

MEMPHIS
Memphis is a city on the Mississippi River in southwest Tennessee, famous for the influential strains of blues, soul and rock 'n'
roll that originated there. Elvis Presley, B.B. King and Johnny Cash recorded albums at the legendary Sun Studio, and Presley’s
Graceland mansion is a popular attraction. Other music landmarks include the Rock 'n' Soul Museum, Blues Hall of Fame and
Stax Museum of American Soul Music.

It is the second-most populous city behind Nashville, the nation's 28th largest, and the largest city situated along the Mississippi
River. Jim Strickland is the 64th and current mayor of Memphis, Tennessee, serving since 2016.

MEMPHIS NEIGHBORHOOD
MIDTOWN
Who lives here: Hipsters, political progressives, aging hippies, and artists of all stripes
Overton Park, often called the “crown jewel of Midtown,” is a 342-acre public park with a natural forest area, running
trails, a dog park (called Overton Bark), a lake, a golf course, the Levitt Shell amphitheater, and plenty of green space
for picnics, Frisbee, soccer games, or simply hanging out on the grass.
Overton Square: a quirky collection of bars and restaurants ranging from the laid-back New Orleans-themed Bayou
Bar & Grill to the classy Bar Louie, to the live music venue Lafayette’s. 

COOPER-YOUNG
Who lives here: Young progressive families with kids, artists, hipsters, a thriving LGBTQ community
The Cooper-Young Trestle: a 150ft-long steel sculpture along an abandoned rail track, features tiny homes based on
actual houses in the neighborhood. Artist Jill Turman created the piece in 2000, and it has marked the entryway to the
‘hood’ ever since.
Memphis Made Brewing Co:  is a small independent production brewery that produces three year-round beers, one
year-round hard seltzer and also does plenty of seasonal and limited run brews. 

CROSSTOWN
Who lives here: Young professionals, artists and musicians, lower-income families that have lived in the area for years
Co-Motion Studio: Memphis’ first and only hula hoop studio. Offers lessons in hooping and sells light-up LED hoops
and all manner of unicorn and cat leggings, naturally.
The Hi Tone: Long-running venue featuring a cocktail lounge & live music most nights of the week.

DOWNTOWN
Who lives here: Hip young professionals and empty nesters who’ve sold their suburban homes in favor of condo living
Beale Street Landing: a river cruise boat dock - offers sweeping views of the Mississippi from its observation deck.
There’s a playground for the kids (the only public playground Downtown), a gift shop specializing in kitschy wares,
and a restaurant and bar with a covered patio that’s great for (safely) watching thunderstorms blow over the river.
Aldo’s Pizza Pies: New York-style pizza & sandwiches plus wine & draft beers served.

HARBOR TOWN
Who lives here: Well-to-do young families and empty nesters
Mud Island with Mud Island River Park: a free public park featuring a 2,000ft-long scale replica of the Lower
Mississippi River. Patrons can wade in the tiny river or ride paddle boats in the large “Gulf of Mexico” pool where the
“river” ends. 
Miss Cordelia's Grocery:  carries basic grocery items, as well as locally made dry goods, a fine selection of craft beer,
and grab-and-go deli foods.

SOUTH MAIN
Who lives here: Wealthy millennials, former suburbanites
South Main Trolley Night: The longest-running street festival in Memphis takes off on the last Friday of every month,
where galleries and shops host art receptions (often with lots of free snacks and wine) and public parties.
The Arcade: family owned and offers delicious home cooked food. Memphis' oldest restaurant.
Earnestine & Hazel’s: for greasy burgers, domestic beers, and a jukebox that’s rumored to be haunted (it comes on by
itself). 

BINGHAMPTON
Who lives here: Mostly lower-income families, plus a handful of young, single millennials who have chosen the area for its
cheap rent
Caritas Village: a community center, established to break down the walls of hostility between races and those in
different income brackets. People from all walks of life gather there at lunch to break bread with Caritas’ popular menu
of burgers, paninis, and hot soup.
Wiseacre Brewing Co: has a super-sleek taproom and rec room, an adult arcade with booze, pizza, and “living rooms”
complete with old vintage gaming consoles. 

UNIVERSITY DISTRICT
Who lives here: Mostly college students, some post-grad 20-somethings who never left the area after college
The Mediterranean Grocery on Park Ave: boasts the city’s largest selection of imported Middle Eastern packaged
foods, beauty products, and housewares. If you’re in need of cardamom-spiced Turkish coffee and the copper cezve to
prepare it in, this is your place. 
Cafe Eclectic and Avenue Coffee: sell gourmet inspired coffee & tea drinks, inventive plates, baked goods & a soda
fountain highlight this bistro.

EAST MEMPHIS
Who lives here: Well-to-do and middle-income families, folks with a wide mix of political views (but you’ll find more
conservatives)
The Shelby Farms Greenline: a 10.8-mile rails-to-trails bicycle and pedestrian path - runs through the heart of East
Memphis and connects up with the 4,500-acre Shelby Farms Park.
Acre Restaurant: Rustic-yet-sophisticated eatery featuring modern American cuisine, unique drinks & communal
tables

CORDOVA
Who lives here: Families avoiding inner-city schools, suburbanites, middle-income residents who were priced out of similarly
sized, more expensive homes in Midtown
Wolfchase Galleria: This two-story mall has all the shops you’ll ever need, plus there’s a working carousel in the food
court.
The Flying Saucer Emporium: Chain taproom offering 200+ global beers & American pub fare in tavern like
surroundings.
The Butcher Shop Steak House: has built its powerful reputation by serving the finest hickory, charcoaled steaks cut
from the highest quality, grain-fed beef direct from the Midwest.

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

 Mask required
 Staff wear masks
 Staff get temperature checks
 Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits

20 BASIC RULES OF SUBJECT-VERB AGREEMENT

 Subject verb agreement simply means the subject and verb must agree in number. This means both need to be singular or
both need to be plural.

1. Subjects and verbs must agree in number. This is the cornerstone rule that forms the background of the concept. 
The dog growls when he is angry.
The dogs growl when they are angry.

2. Do not get confused by the words that come between the subject and verb; they do not affect agreement.
The dog, who is chewing on my jeans, is usually very good.
The employees, as well as the CEO, have an interest in the project’s success.

3. Prepositional phrases between the subject and verb usually do not affect agreement.
The colors of the rainbow are beautiful.
The members of the choir are very happy with the performance.

4. When sentences start with “there” or “here,” the subject will always be placed after the verb.
There is a problem with the balance sheet. 
Here are the papers you requested.

5. Subjects don't always come before verbs in questions. Make sure you accurately identify the subject before deciding on the
proper verb form to use.
What is the problem?
Where are the pieces of this puzzle?

6. If two subjects are joined by and, they typically require a plural verb form.
The cow and the pig are jumping over the moon.
Sugar and flour are needed for the recipe.

7. The verb is singular if the two subjects separated by and refer to the same person or thing.
Red beans and rice is my mom's favorite dish.
Corned beef and cabbage is a traditional meal in Ireland.

8. If one of the words each, every, or no comes before the subject, the verb is singular.
No smoking or drinking is allowed.
Every man and woman is required to check in.

9. If the subjects are both singular and are connected by the words or, nor, neither/nor, either/or, and not only/but also, the
verb is singular.
Jessica or Christian is to blame for the accident.
Neither she nor I am going to college.

10. The only time when the object of the preposition factors into the decision of plural or singular verb forms is when noun and
pronoun subjects like some, half, none, more, all, etc. are followed by a prepositional phrase. In these sentences, the
object of the preposition determines the form of the verb.
All of the chicken is gone.
All of the chickens are gone.

11. The singular verb form is usually used for units of measurement.
Four quarts of oil was required to get the car running.
Three meters of wire surrounds the core.

12. If the subjects are both plural and are connected by the words or, nor, neither/nor, either/or, and not only/but also, the verb
is plural.
Not only dogs but also cats are available at the animal shelter.
Either my brothers or my sisters are going to the park.

13. If one subject is singular and one plural and the words are connected by the words or, nor, neither/nor, either/or, and not
only/but also, you use the verb form of the subject that is nearest the verb.
Either the bears or the lion has escaped from the zoo. 
 Neither the lion nor the bears have escaped from the zoo.

14. Indefinite pronouns typically take singular verbs.

Everybody wants to be loved.
Nothing has been determined as of yet.

15. Except for the pronouns (few, many, several, both, all, some) that always take the plural form.
Few were left alive after the flood.
Both are qualified for the job.

16. When a gerund or infinitive is used as the subject of a sentence it takes the singular form of the verb, but when they are
linked by and they take the plural form.  
Standing in the water was a bad idea.
Reading books and watching movies are hobbies of mine.
To travel around the world requires a lot of time and money.
To walk and to chew gum require great skill.

17. Collective nouns like herd, senate, class, crowd, etc. usually take a singular verb form.
The crowd is getting angry.
The committee meets here every Thursday.

18. Designations of entities, such as nations or organizations, or compositions, including titles of books, movies, novels, and
other similar works are treated as singular and take a singular verb.
The Burbs is a movie starring Tom Hanks.
The United Nations is headquartered in New York.

19. Some nouns, while plural in form, are actually singular in meaning.
Mathematics is an easy subject for some people.
Shingles is caused by the same virus as chickenpox.

20. Final Rule – Remember, only the subject affects the verb!