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[#696] Williams can play . . . . . . . . piano.
Correct Answer
(C) the
Explanation
Solution: The correct answer is the . In this sentence, the is the correct article to use before the word "piano" because it suggests that Williams can play a specific piano, referring to a particular musical instrument.
[#697] The king is likely to marry . . . . . . . . heiress.
Correct Answer
(C) the
Explanation
Solution: Here, the sentence talks about the 'heiress' as specific person. Since we are referring to specific things, we need to use the definite article 'the'.
[#698] Our city will have . . . . . . . . university soon.
Correct Answer
(A) a
Explanation
Solution: 'A' should be used before words with consonant sounds at the beginning and 'an' before words with vowel sounds at the beginning. The word 'University' has consonant sound 'yoo'. Hence, 'a' is used.
[#699] I will send you . . . . . . . . sms tomorrow about the next programme.
Correct Answer
(B) an
Explanation
Solution: Use 'an' before words such as "hour" which sound like they start with a vowel even if the first letter is a consonant. Also use 'an' before letters and numbers which sound like they begin with a vowel, such as "F" or "8". 'An' will be used before 'sms'.
[#700] It is . . . . . . . . easy math problem.
Correct Answer
(B) an
Explanation
Solution: Indefinite article is used with general statements. As 'easy' begins with vowel sound 'an' will be used.