EnglishNEB 2076 (old course)

Fill in the blanks with appropriate articles: a) sun rises in the east. b) honesty is the best policy. c) earth revolves around the sun.

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Answer

a) The sun rises in the east. b) Honesty is the best policy. c) The earth revolves around the sun.

Explanation:

  • a) "The sun" is used because we are referring to a specific celestial body (the sun) that is well-known and unique in context.
  • b) "Honesty" is used without an article because it is a general concept or abstract noun. Abstract nouns referring to qualities or ideas (like honesty, truth, justice) are typically not preceded by articles.
  • c) "The earth" is used because it refers to a specific planet (Earth) that is well-known and unique in context. Articles are used with proper nouns when referring to specific instances of things (e.g., the sun, the earth).

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