Demonstrate correct use of articles and prepositions.There is _ institution for _ blind in this city.
Correct answer: D. an ... the
- A. a ... an
- B. a ... the
- C. an ... a
- D. an ... the
Explanation
There is an institution for the blind in this city."An" before "institution": The indefinite article "an" is used before "institution" because it precedes a singular noun starting with a vowel sound ("institution"). It indicates that there is at least one institution for the blind in this city."The" before "blind": The definite article "the" is used before "blind" because it specifies a particular group of people ("the blind") who are served or associated with the institution mentioned in the sentence.
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