Indefinite Articles

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What is an indefinite article?

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An indefinite article is a word used before a noun to indicate that the noun refers to a general item, not a specific one. The two indefinite articles in English are 'a' and 'an.'

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When do we use 'a'?

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We use 'a' before words that begin with a consonant sound. For example, 'a cat,' 'a dog,' and 'a house.'

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When do we use 'an'?

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We use 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound. For example, 'an apple,' 'an hour,' and 'an elephant.'

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Fill in the blank: They reached home in ___ hour.

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an

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Fill in the blank: He drives ______ eighteen-wheeler truck.

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an

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Fill in the blank: Martin received __ email from __ penpal.

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an , a

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Fill in the blank: He has _____ idea.

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an

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Fill in the blank: They like to have ____ nasi lemak at _____ Indian restaurant near their flats.

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-, the

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

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The difference is based on the sound that follows the article. 'A' is used before consonant sounds, and 'an' is used before vowel sounds.

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Can 'a' or 'an' be used with plural nouns?

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No, 'a' and 'an' are only used with singular nouns.