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Level 2 = (Article) Indefinite Article #2

Indefinite articles (a, an) can also be used to describe one single object or a unit of measurement or time. "A" or "an" can be used in place of the number one.

Indefinite Articles - one single object

·   She is buying an orange and two plums.

·   I saw a bear and two lions at the zoo.

·   Would you like a lump of sugar or two?

·   I have a sister and three brothers.

·   John is eating a hamburger and French fries for lunch.

·   Sally is making cookies and an apple pie for dessert.


Indefinite Articles - unit of measurement or time

·   He drinks a gallon of milk every day.

·   I run a mile every morning.

·   It will only take a minute.

·   The farmer is carrying a basket of apples.

·   Can I borrow a cup of sugar?

·   I will be there in an hour.

 


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