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The definite article "the" is used when there is only one of something in a particular context. Which sentence correctly uses "the" according to this rule?

• I need a pen to sign this document.

• She has bought a new house near the park.

• Could you pass me the salt?

• They are going to the cinema on Friday.

When "the" is used to refer to something mentioned again, what is the correct sentence to complete this dialogue? I bought three books and two magazines yesterday. What did you think of...

• the books?

• the magazines?

• books?

• magazines?

Which sentence shows the correct use of "the" to refer to a specific aspect of something, followed by "of"?

• We are studying history of the world.

• The history of architecture is fascinating.

• They are learning about history of the Ancient Rome.

• She enjoys the study of literature.

"The" can be used to refer to general classes of people or species. In which of the following sentences does "the" refer to a general class of people or species?

• The homeless need more support from the government.

• The lion is considered the king of the jungle.

• The old and the young both attended the event.

• The school has introduced a new rule.

Which of the following sentences correctly uses "the" before a superlative?

• He is the fastest runner in the school.

• She is smartest in her class.

• It was the most exciting movie I've ever seen.

• This is oldest building in the city.

Identify the sentence where "the" is correctly used with a musical instrument.

• She loves playing the piano.

• He took lessons to learn to play piano.

• He is excellent at playing the violin.

• I bought a piano last week.

In which sentence is "the" correctly used with a form of transport that has a fixed timetable?

• Let's take a taxi to the airport.

• We missed the train because of the traffic.

• I prefer to ride bike instead of the bus.

• She arrived on a plane this morning.

Which of the following countries correctly uses "the" in its name?

• The France

• The USA

• The Japan

• The UK

Identify the sentence that uses "the" with geographical features.

• The Sahara is the largest desert in the world.

• The Australia is a continent and a country.

• She wants to climb the Alps next summer.

• They are sailing across Atlantic.

No article is used when referring to plural countable nouns in a general sense. Which sentence correctly follows this rule?

• Computers are an essential part of modern life.

• The computers are replacing jobs every day.

• I think a computers will replace teachers in the future.

• The computer is becoming more affordable.