Post the paragraph or excert that goes with your question and i will gladly help you......
My best bet would to go with 'were' because they sound similar and it just seems more professional.
Answer: The city councils honorable concern for the endangered Batchman’s warbler would smooth the feathers of many voters.
Explanation:I just took the test
Languages change to accommodate cultural changes. they adapt to new technology. old words have new meanings.