Dear TEACHER!
During a meeting Mr Pickwick observed that ... fame was dear to the heart
of every man.
a) the
b) a
c) -
We know that abstract nouns are commonly used without article with general sense.
We occasionally use the indefinite or definite article with specific meaning.
In this sentence which article ( the or a ) is used? And why?...
Please,could YOU explain the use of proper article --- the or a?
Thanks...
Article
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Re: Article
(c).
'A fame' is impossible, and the definite article would be required only in a phrase such as 'the fame that he sought'.
'A fame' is impossible, and the definite article would be required only in a phrase such as 'the fame that he sought'.