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Anonymous  +  752545 Thu, 28 May 09 01:33 PM
when 'the' should be used in articles 
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Clive  +  752667 Thu, 28 May 09 02:52 PM
Hi,

Generally speaking, use 'the' when the listener/reader knows about the thing you are talking about. This is often after the first time you mention something.

 

eg A man had an accident yesterday. The man was killed. The accident was very serious.

 

Best wishes, Clive

 

 
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AlpheccaStars  +  752929 Thu, 28 May 09 05:37 PM
Here [LINK] is an excellent reference on the use of articles.  There are little tests to check your understanding, too.
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