BASIC-GRAMMAR-U-14.3

14.3.

a/an and the

 

 

PRESENTATION


 

  • Use a/an for things in general and the for specific things.
A: Can I borrow a pen? (any pen)
B: Sorry, this is the only pen I’ve got. (a specific pen)
  • Use the for things you know about.
A: The exams start next week.
B: Yes, I know.
  • Use a/an for the first mention. Use the for the second mention.
A: Is there a football match tonight?
B: No, there isn’t. The next match is on the 25th

 

 

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