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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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'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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'The' is used to refer to specific or particular nouns that are known to the reader or listener.

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What does 'Ø' represent in terms of articles?

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'Ø' indicates the absence of an article, meaning no article is needed before the noun.

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

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I saw a cat in the garden.

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

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Cats are great pets.

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What is the rule for using 'a' before a word that starts with a vowel?

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'A' is not used before words that start with a vowel sound; instead, 'an' is used.

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What is the rule for using 'an' before a word that starts with a consonant?

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'An' is not used before words that start with a consonant sound; instead, 'a' is used.