Articles (a, an, the) exercises: 8 sets with answers, A1–B2
8 free exercise sets on articles (a, an, the) (A1–B2), with answers. Read the rule, see common mistakes, then fill the gaps and check every answer instantly.
8 sets46 exercisesA1–B2Jump to the sets
- A12
- A23
- B11
- B22
Articles: a, an, the: how it works
English has the indefinite articles a/an and the definite article the. Use a/an with a singular countable noun mentioned for the first time or meaning one of many (a dog, an hour). Use the when the listener knows which one you mean (the dog next door). Use no article for general plural and uncountable ideas: Dogs are loyal.
A/an vs the
| a/an: first mention, one of many | the: known or specific |
|---|---|
| I saw a dog in the park. | The dog was chasing a ball. |
| Can you lend me a pen? | Can you pass me the pen on the table? |
| She works in a hospital. | She works in the hospital near the station. |
Exercises by level
8 sets · 46 exercises| Level | Exercise set | Exercises |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | Articles – the, a / an, some; this / that / these / those | 4 |
| A1 | Have got and articles | 7 |
| A2 | Articles (Set B) | 7 |
| A2 | Articles | 6 |
| A2 | Articles (2) | 5 |
| B1 | Articles, will and going to | 4 |
| B2 | Articles and quantifiers | 8 |
| B2 | Articles and quantifiers (2) | 5 |
Common mistakes
Wrong:
She is engineer.Right: She is an engineer.
Jobs need a or an.
Wrong:
The life is beautiful.Right: Life is beautiful.
No article for general uncountable ideas.
Wrong:
I have a umbrella.Right: I have an umbrella.
Use an before a vowel sound.
Wrong:
I play the football on Saturdays.Right: I play football on Saturdays.
No article with sports.