ELLLO Beginner English Lesson 2-04
Articles
Part 1: Learn the Grammar
Watch the video explaining the grammar point.
Part 2: Test Your Grammar
Now review the lesson and take the quiz.. How good is your grammar?
Singular vs Plural Nouns with Articles
Point
1: We use plural nouns when we
talk about more than one item. We add an (s) to the
noun.
- I have many books.
- I don't have a history book.
- I have a cat and two dogs.
Point
2: We use the article a and an before a singular noun for an
item that is not specific to the listener.
- I have an old computer.
- She has a nice house.
- I have a big kitchen.
- I don't have an umbrella.
Point
3: Once the listener knows about
the item, we use the article the instead of a or an in future references.
- To make an omelet, crack an egg. Then whisk the egg.
- Then get a pan. Cook the egg in the pan.
- Then get a plate. Put the egg on the plate.
- Then get a fork. Use the fork to eat the omelet.
Point
4: When we talk about items in
general, use the plural form, often without the
article the.
- Books are important.
- Do you like apples?
- Everybody needs friends.
- I don't like watching movies.
Point
5: We use the article the before plural nouns when we refer to a specific group
of items.
- I bought the books you asked for.
- The streets in my town are very clean.
- I love the cookies my mother makes.
- The students in my class like to play games.
Take the Quiz
Part 3: Hear the Grammar
Listen to the grammar in the animation and natural conversation.
