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[#36] He has suffered . . . . . . . . lot.
Correct Answer
(A) a
Explanation
Solution: The indefinite article 'a/an' is used with the words 'few, lot or little' to show that the quantity of a thing is small or big but of importance.
[#37] We went to . . . . . . . . sea during our summer holidays.
Correct Answer
(C) the
Explanation
Solution: Here, 'sea' is specific place known to the reader. Definite article 'the' will be used.
[#38] I need . . . . . . . . onion and . . . . . . . . tomato for salad.
Correct Answer
(B) an, a
Explanation
Solution: Indefinite articles 'a' or 'an' are used when the noun is not specific or the noun is common. 'Onion' begins with vowel sound and takes 'an' article while 'tomato' begins with consonant sound and takes 'a' article.
[#39] Bring . . . . . . . . umbrella. It is going to rain.
Correct Answer
(B) an
Explanation
Solution: Here, 'Umbrella' is a general thing and therefore indefinite article will be used. Word after the blank starts with vowel sound. 'An' article will be used.
[#40] He liked . . . . . . . . black cap in the shop and bought it.
Correct Answer
(C) the
Explanation
Solution: Here, a specific 'black cap' that was in the shop is being talked about. Definite article 'the' will be used.