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English · Article

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Question

Use an appropriate article:

One of the students said, "_____ professor is late today."

Options
  • A

    A

  • B

    An

  • C

    The

  • D

    No article is needed in this scenario

Explanation

The definite article 'the' is used before singular and plural nouns when the noun is specific or particular.

The indefinite article (a) is used before a noun that is general or when its identity is not known. "A" is used before words that start with a consonant sound.

The indefinite article "an" is used before a general noun or when its identity is unknown, specifically before words that start with a vowel sound.

The definite article "the" is employed preceding a noun to signify that the identity of the noun is recognized by the reader.

An article is essential to illuminate the meaning behind the statement.

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