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You need a simple way<\/a> to know which article to use!<\/p>\n We use articles constantly!<\/p>\n There are many complicated rules when it comes to articles.<\/p>\n For the IELTS exam, focus on correctly using indefinite, definite and zero articles.<\/p>\n Use these when you\u2019re referring to a singular noun that is not specifically defined. <\/p>\n On Speaking Part 1, if you\u2019re asked if you\u2019re employed: <\/p>\n \u201cYes, I have a job.\u201d <\/p>\n Then after that, define the job specifically.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n On Speaking Part 3, if a question asks about benefits to living in cities<\/p>\n \u201cA benefit to living in an urban area is job availability.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n We say \u201ca benefit\u201d and \u201can urban area\u201d because they\u2019re undefined. <\/p>\n You\u2019re not referring to a specific one, or one that\u2019s been defined.<\/p>\n 100% Score Increase Guarantee with our Insider Method<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Are you ready to move past IELTS and move forward with your life vision?<\/strong><\/p>\n Find out why our strategies are the most powerful in the IELTS world.<\/strong><\/p>\n When you use our Insider Method you avoid the BIGGEST MISTAKES that most students make on IELTS<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Click here to get a score increase on IELTS. It\u2019s 100%<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Use for both singular and plural nouns when what you\u2019re speaking or writing about is known and defined. <\/p>\n Both the speaker and the listener know what you\u2019re referring to. <\/p>\n On Speaking Part 3, if a question asks you to compare technology when your parents were your age and now.<\/p>\n By far the biggest difference between my parents\u2019 generation and now is that no one had a cell phone then, and now everyone has one!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \u201cThe difference,\u201d using a definite article because you\u2019re defining it.<\/p>\n We do not use an article for uncountable nouns. <\/p>\n For example, the word \u201cresearch\u201d. <\/p>\n You can\u2019t say one research, two research. <\/p>\n This is a very common mistake<\/a> in IELTS essays!<\/p>\n The first time you say a noun it\u2019s general and no article is used. <\/p>\n Once you have defined the group you are referring to, then you use the definite article. <\/p>\n Common zero count nouns used on the Task 1 academic essay: <\/p>\n The information provided in the chart shows that\u2026<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Common zero count nouns used in Task 2 essays:<\/p>\n The importance of education cannot be exaggerated.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n There are a lot of uncountable nouns! <\/p>\n Ask yourself if you can count it to determine if it is zero count.<\/p>\n Add the appropriate articles to the following sentences. <\/p>\n For some blanks, no article is needed!<\/p>\n You are guaranteed to use articles on the IELTS exam!<\/p>\n Errors with article usage are among the most common made by IELTS students.<\/p>\n Understanding when to use definite, indefinite and zero articles can help you get a 7+ on the grammar score.<\/p>\n It is vital to know which grammar rules to spend time on<\/a>.<\/p>\n Join 3 Keys IELTS<\/a> and get our study guide so you can stop wasting time.<\/p>\nWhere to use articles on IELTS<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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