Articles A, An, The

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

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'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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When do we use 'the'?

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'The' is used to refer to a specific noun that is known to the reader or listener.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'a'.

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I saw a dog in the park.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'an'.

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She wants to eat an orange.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'the'.

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The sun is shining brightly.

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What article would you use before 'hour'?

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You would use 'an' because 'hour' starts with a vowel sound.

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What article would you use before 'unicorn'?

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You would use 'a' because 'unicorn' starts with a 'yoo' sound.

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What article would you use before 'elephant'?

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You would use 'an' because 'elephant' starts with a vowel sound.

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What article would you use before 'book'?

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You would use 'a' because 'book' starts with a consonant sound.