Definite Article "The"

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What is a definite article?

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A definite article is a word that specifies a particular noun, indicating that the noun is known to the reader or listener. In English, the definite article is 'the'.

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When do we use 'the' before a noun?

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We use 'the' before a noun when we are referring to something specific that is already known or has been mentioned.

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Give an example of using 'the' with a unique noun.

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The Earth is the third planet from the Sun.

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

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'The' is used for specific nouns, while 'a' or 'an' is used for non-specific nouns.

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When should 'the' be used with geographical names?

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Use 'the' with geographical names that include 'kingdom', 'states', 'republic', or when referring to rivers, oceans, and mountain ranges.

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Is 'the' used with names of countries?

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Generally, 'the' is not used with names of countries, except for those that include 'kingdom' or 'states', like 'the United Kingdom'.

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How do we use 'the' with superlatives?

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We use 'the' with superlatives to indicate that something is the highest or lowest in a particular category, e.g., 'the tallest building'.

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What is an example of 'the' used with a specific location?

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We visited the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

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Can 'the' be used with plural nouns?

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Yes, 'the' can be used with plural nouns when referring to a specific group, e.g., 'the students in my class'.

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What is the rule for using 'the' with titles?

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Use 'the' with titles when referring to a specific person, e.g., 'the President of the United States'.