A or An Worksheet

Use an before any word that sounds like it starts with a vowel sound. You Try: At the party I received an _____________________.

Use a before any word that sounds like it starts with a consonant sound. You Try: At the pet store I bought a _____________________.

Directions: Mark if each sentence uses “a” or “an” correctly. 1) The walk we took was a totally unforgettable experience.

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Directions: Mark if each sentence uses “a” or “an” correctly. 3) She spent an extremely long time on wrapping the gift.

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Directions: Mark if each sentence uses “a” or “an” correctly. 5) If you aren’t a strong swimmer make sure to wear an life jacket.

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Directions: Mark if each sentence uses “a” or “an” correctly. 6) The computer started making a strange sound last night.

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Directions: Mark if each sentence uses “a” or “an” correctly. 8) I want to know who thought it would be fun to buy a pet giraffe.

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Directions: Mark if each sentence uses “a” or “an” correctly. 9) I knew it was an mistake to give my television a bath to clean it.

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Directions: Mark if each sentence uses “a” or “an” correctly. 11) We are going to need an bigger car to fit all of these squirrels.

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Could you please deliver (a) (an) big bag of cones tomorrow?