ARTICLES

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What is an article in English grammar?

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An article is a word that defines a noun as specific or unspecific. The two types of articles are definite (the) and indefinite (a, an).

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

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The article '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 you use 'the'?

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Use 'the' when referring to a specific noun that is known to the reader or listener.

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Provide an example of using 'a' in a sentence.

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I saw a dog in the park.

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Provide an example of using 'an' in a sentence.

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She wants to eat an apple.

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Provide an example of using 'the' in a sentence.

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The book on the table is mine.

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What is a definite article?

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A definite article is 'the', which refers to a specific noun.

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What is an indefinite article?

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Indefinite articles are 'a' and 'an', which refer to non-specific nouns.

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When do you use 'a' instead of 'an'?

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Use 'a' before words that start with a consonant sound, such as 'a cat'.

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When do you use 'an' instead of 'a'?

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Use 'an' before words that start with a vowel sound, such as 'an hour'.