1. Indefinite Articles: "a" and "an"
Used for singular, countable nouns that are non-specific.
Pattern:
Article + Noun
Article + Adjective + Noun
Examples:
She saw a cat.
He bought an orange.
There is a big house on the hill.
2. Definite Article: "the"
Used for specific nouns that the speaker and listener both know about.
Pattern:
The + Noun
The + Adjective + Noun
Examples:
The dog is barking outside.
Did you see the new movie?
We visited the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
3. Articles with Singular and Plural Nouns
Singular:
A/An + Singular Noun (non-specific)
I need a pen.
She ate an apple.
The + Singular Noun (specific)
The pen is on the table.
He found the book you mentioned.
Plural:
No article (general plural)
Birds can fly.
Flowers are blooming.
The (specific plural)
The birds are chirping outside.
The flowers in the garden are beautiful.
4. Zero Article (No Article)
Used for uncountable nouns, general references, and abstract ideas.
Pattern:
(No Article) + Uncountable Noun
(No Article) + Plural Noun
Examples:
Water is essential for life.
Children like to play outside.
Honesty is a virtue.
5. Articles with Proper Nouns
No article for most proper nouns (e.g., names, countries):
She lives in India.
John is my friend.
The with some proper nouns (e.g., unique landmarks, institutions):
The Taj Mahal is in India.
They visited the United Nations.
Practice Exercises:
Fill in the blanks with a, an, the, or leave it blank:
I saw ___ elephant in the zoo.
___ sun rises in the east.
He needs ___ information about the topic.
___ children love playing outdoors.
Correct the following sentences:
I saw the dog on street.
Can you give me an apple?
She bought a eggs from the market.
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