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[#896] . . . . . . . . Quran is . . . . . . . . holy book.
Correct Answer

(A) the, a

Explanation

Solution: Here, the sentence talks about 'Quran' as specific book. Since we are referring to specific things, we need to use the definite article 'the'. 'a' will be used in the second blank because 'book' is a common noun.

[#897] . . . . . . . . old man returned with his dog.
Correct Answer

(B) an

Explanation

Solution: In the sentence 'old man' is general noun and indefinite article should be used. The word (old) has vowel sound therefore 'an' article is used.

[#898] . . . . . . . . Alps are the highest mountain range system in Europe.
Correct Answer

(C) the

Explanation

Solution: Here, the sentence talks about the 'Alps' as specific mountain. Since we are referring to specific things, we need to use the definite article 'the'.

[#899] Taj Mahal is . . . . . . . . wonder of the world.
Correct Answer

(A) a

Explanation

Solution: 'Taj Mahal' is one of the seven wonders. With singular nouns indefinite article is used. 'A' article will be used.

[#900] Sameeksha likes to listen to . . . . . . . . FM in the morning.
Correct Answer

(C) the

Explanation

Solution: We are using the word 'FM' to represent the whole class to which it belongs. In such cases, we use the definite article 'the'.