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The last questions on the test were very difficult. vs The last questions on the test was very difficult.

'The last questions on the test were very difficult' is the proper English phrasing. The verb 'were' should agree with the plural noun 'questions.' 'Was' is incorrect in this context.
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The last questions on the test were very difficult.

This phrase is correct. 'Were' agrees with the plural noun 'questions.'

Use 'were' when referring to multiple questions. This phrase is commonly used in English.
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The last questions on the test was very difficult.

This phrase is incorrect. 'Was' does not agree with the plural noun 'questions.'

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