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Front

What is the difference between 'some' and 'any' in English grammar?

Back

'Some' is used in affirmative sentences and offers, while 'any' is used in negative sentences and questions.

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CCSS.L.1.1D

CCSS.L.3.1A

Front

When do we use 'some' in a sentence?

Back

'Some' is used when we refer to an unspecified quantity of countable or uncountable nouns in affirmative sentences.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1D

CCSS.L.3.1A

Front

When do we use 'any' in a sentence?

Back

'Any' is used in questions and negative sentences to refer to an unspecified quantity.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1D

CCSS.L.3.1A

Front

What is the correct usage of 'a' and 'an'?

Back

'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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CCSS.L.1.1H

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using 'some'.

Back

There are some apples in the basket.

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CCSS.L.1.1D

CCSS.L.3.1A

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using 'any'.

Back

Are there any cookies left?

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CCSS.L.1.1D

CCSS.L.3.1A

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using 'a'.

Back

I saw a dog in the park.

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CCSS.L.1.1H

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using 'an'.

Back

She is an artist.

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CCSS.L.1.1H

Front

What type of nouns can 'some' and 'any' be used with?

Back

'Some' and 'any' can be used with both countable and uncountable nouns.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.K.1B

Front

How do 'some' and 'any' affect the meaning of a sentence?

Back

'Some' implies a positive expectation, while 'any' suggests uncertainty or a negative context.

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CCSS.L.1.1D

CCSS.L.3.1A