In the following question, demonstrate the correct use of articles and prepositions:She returned after _ hour.
Correct answer: B. An
- A. A
- B. An
- C. The
- D. No article should be used here
Explanation
The indefinite article "an" is used before "hour" because it precedes a singular noun starting with a vowel sound ("hour"). It indicates that she returned after one hour had passed.
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