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[#146] I am . . . . . . . . English professor.
Correct Answer
(B) an
Explanation
Solution: An is used before a word starting with a vowel or vowel sound. The blank shall take 'an' as it represents one of the English professors.
[#147] Man, thou art . . . . . . . . wonderful animal.
Correct Answer
(A) a
Explanation
Solution: Here, the sentence talks about the 'animal' as general class or group. Since we are referring to general things, we need to use the indefinite article 'a'.
[#148] He was given a reward for . . . . . . . . bravery.
Correct Answer
(D) no article
Explanation
Solution: 'Bravery' is an abstract noun. No article is required.
[#149] If . . . . . . . . guest has to leave . . . . . . . . table during . . . . . . . . meal he always asks his hostess, "Will you please excuse me for . . . . . . . . minute".
Correct Answer
(A) a, the, a, a
Explanation
Solution: Here, first, third and fourth blank will take indefinite article 'a' as 'guest', 'meal' and 'minute' are general class. The second blank will take definite article 'the' because specific 'table' where the guest is sitting and having meal is mentioned.
[#150] I don't feel very well this morning. I've got . . . . . . . . sore throat.
Correct Answer
(A) a
Explanation
Solution: The indefinite article 'a' is used before unspecific nouns used in a general sense and beginning with consonant sound. 'a' before sore throat will be used.