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6. when we use a phrase like ‘watch television’. For example,

• We will all now watch television.

BUT: Switch off the television. (the specific television set that is running)

• I am listening to music.

BUT: I love the music you gifted me on my birthday. (the specific music gifted)

7. when we refer to a species of animals in general. For example,

• Ostriches are the biggest birds.

BUT: The ostrich is the biggest bird.

8. before certain illnesses. For example,

• I am suffering from appendicitis.

BUT: I have a cold.

9. before the names of festivals. For example,

• I am not in town on Diwali this year.

BUT: I have a holiday on Easter.

Fill in the article a, an or the where necessary. Choose × where no article is used.

1. Do you still live in Agra?

2. Grandma has terrible headache.

3. Their car goes 150 miles hour.

4. The tomatoes are forty rupees kilo.

5. Kareem’s father works as electrician.

6. Where’s USB drive I lent you last week?

7. Is your mother working in old office building?

8. I like blue T-shirt over there better than red one.

9. What do you usually have for breakfast?

10. After this tour, you have whole afternoon free to explore the city.

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