This articles grammar lesson focuses on the basic rules for definite and indefinite articles (a, an, the). It includes a grammar explanation and various written practice exercises.

Here is a summary of contents:

Introduction

• Articles indicate specificity of nouns: indefinite (a/an) for non-specific and definite (the) for specific nouns. ​

Indefinite Articles ​

• Used with singular countable nouns to indicate one item. ​
• Not used with uncountable or plural nouns.
• «A» is used before consonant sounds; «an» before vowel sounds. ​
• Examples include «a book,» «an apple,» and exceptions like «an hour.»

Definite Articles ​

• Used when referring to specific nouns previously mentioned or unique items. ​
• Examples include «the sun,» «the president,» and «the kitchen.»
• «The» is used when the noun is clear or obvious in context. ​

Exercises

• Various exercises are provided to practice identifying and using articles correctly in sentences and dialogues.
• Exercises include gap-filling, error correction, and categorisation of nouns. ​

Teaching Method ​

• Step-by-step approach for teaching articles, including examples, pair work, and revision activities. ​
• Emphasis on understanding countable vs. uncountable nouns and the nuances of article usage. ​

Answers & Pronunciation

• Includes answers to exercises and a pronunciation guide for vocabulary related to articles. ​

This lesson comes with:

Fillable Fields – This worksheet can be completed digitally or printed.

Teacher’s Copy – Includes detailed teacher’s notes and an answer key.

Student Version – Perfect for sharing via email for online lessons.

This is most suited to A1- level.

1 hour, 20 minutes + (depending on level).

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