English Grammar - Articles

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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 'a' and 'an'.

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CCSS.L.1.1H

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When do we use 'a'?

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We use 'a' before words that begin with a consonant sound, e.g., 'a house', 'a kite'.

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CCSS.L.1.1H

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When do we use 'an'?

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We use 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound, e.g., 'an eagle', 'an eraser'.

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CCSS.L.1.1H

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

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The difference lies in the sound that follows the article: 'a' is used before consonant sounds, and 'an' is used before vowel sounds.

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CCSS.L.1.1H

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Give an example of a noun that uses 'a'.

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A common example is 'a dog'.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

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Give an example of a noun that uses 'an'.

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A common example is 'an apple'.

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CCSS.L.1.1H

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.K.1B

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Can 'a' and 'an' be used interchangeably?

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No, 'a' and 'an' cannot be used interchangeably; they depend on the sound that follows them.

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CCSS.L.1.1H

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What is a definite article?

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A definite article is 'the', which refers to a specific noun.

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CCSS.L.1.1H

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What is an indefinite article?

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Indefinite articles are 'a' and 'an', which refer to non-specific nouns.

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CCSS.L.1.1H