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What is an article in English grammar?

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An article is a word that is used before a noun to indicate whether the noun is specific or general.

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What are the two types of articles in English?

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The two types of articles are definite (the) and indefinite (a, an).

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When do we use 'a' before a noun?

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We use 'a' before a noun that begins with a consonant sound.

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When do we use 'an' before a noun?

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We use 'an' before a noun that begins with a vowel sound.

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

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a dog

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

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an apple

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What is the definite article in English?

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The definite article is 'the', used to refer to a specific noun.

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Can 'a' and 'an' be used with plural nouns?

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No, 'a' and 'an' are only used with singular nouns.

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What is the rule for using 'a' or 'an' with acronyms?

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Use 'a' or 'an' based on the sound of the first letter of the acronym (e.g., 'a UFO', 'an FBI agent').

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What article would you use before the word 'honest'?

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an (because 'honest' starts with a vowel sound).