The teacher together with the student (was, were) here. Select or underline the correct form.

The teacher together with the student was here.

When a phrase like "together with," "as well as," or "along with" is used, the verb agrees with the main subject, not the noun in the modifying phrase. In this sentence, the main subject is "The teacher," which is singular.

The correct form is:
The teacher together with the student $\boxed{\text{was}}$ here.