Articles - a / an / the / no article I

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What is the purpose of articles in English grammar?

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Articles are used to define a noun as specific or unspecific. They help indicate whether we are referring to a particular item or any item of a certain type.

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What is the difference between 'a' and 'an'?

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'A' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound, while 'an' is used before words that begin with a vowel sound.

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When do we use 'the' as a definite article?

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'The' is used to refer to a specific noun that is known to the reader or listener.

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What does it mean to use no article before a noun?

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Using no article indicates that the noun is being referred to in a general sense, often with plural or uncountable nouns.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'a'.

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I saw a cat in the garden.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'an'.

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She is an engineer.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'the'.

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The book on the table is mine.

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Provide an example of a sentence using no article with a plural noun.

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Dogs are friendly animals.

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What is the rule for using 'the' with unique nouns?

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Use 'the' with unique nouns that are one of a kind, such as 'the sun' or 'the president'.

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How do articles change meaning in sentences?

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The use of articles can change the specificity of a noun, affecting the overall meaning of the sentence.