Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank. She gave me __________ antique bed cover.
an
Choosing the Correct Article for 'Antique'
The sentence requires an indefinite article before the noun phrase "antique bed cover". The choice between "a" and "an" depends on the sound of the first letter of the word immediately following the blank.
- The word following the blank is "antique".
- "Antique" begins with a vowel sound (/æ/).
- The rule is to use "an" before words starting with a vowel sound.
- Therefore, "an" is the correct article.
The options "than" and "enough" are incorrect as they are not articles used in this context.
The completed sentence is: She gave me an antique bed cover.
Important Questions from Articles
Select the most appropriate article to fill in the blank.
Rabindranath Tagore, ________ poet, was famous for his poetical work, Gitanjali.
Supply a suitable article in the following blank if needed :
I first met him __________ year ago.
Select the most appropriate article to fill in blank number 2.
- Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
There is ____________ apple on the table. - Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
He tried to sing the anthem, but it was ____________ epic fail.
