General Articles
What is the term for nouns that are not specific and can use "a," "an," or no article?
general nouns
What article is used with specific nouns?
The
Which article can be used with both consonants and vowels?
The
What does "a" represent before a noun?
one
When do we use "an"
When the noun starts with a vowel sound.
Provide an example of a general noun that would use "a."
Different answers
What is "a cat"?
Give an example of a specific noun.
The book on the table
Provide a sentence using "the" correctly.
The apple on the table is red
Give an example of a noun that uses "a."
a dog
Provide an example of a noun that uses "an."
a saw an elephant at the zoo.
When do we use no article with general nouns?
When we refer to plural nouns
Why do we use "the" with specific nouns?
To indicate a particular item that is known to the listener.
When should "the" be used before a noun?
When referring to something specific that is already known.
When do we use "a" instead of "an"?
When the noun starts with a consonant sound.
Why do we say "an hour"?
Because "hour" starts with a vowel sound.
Why do we use articles with general nouns?
To indicate whether we are talking about any member of a group or type.
True or False: Specific nouns can be both singular and plural.
True
What is the difference between "the" and "a"?
"The" refers to a specific item, while "a" refers to any one item.
Is it "a" use for plural nouns?
No
Create a sentence using "an" correctly.
He is an actor.
True or False: General nouns can only be singular.
False.
Identify a situation where you would use "the" with a plural noun.
"the students in this class"
True or False: "The" is never used with plural nouns
False
Create a sentence using "a" correctly.
a cat is jumping.
True or False: "An" can be used before words that start with a consonant letter.
False