Fill in the blank with the correct option.
It is __________ pity to trust a dishonest person.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) - a
The phrase "a pity" is a standard expression used to describe something unfortunate or regrettable. The article "a" is used here because "pity" begins with a consonant sound.
Correct Sentence:
"It is a pity to trust a dishonest person."
Analysis of Options:
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an:
- Incorrect: "An" is used before words that start with a vowel sound, but "pity" begins with a consonant sound.
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a:
- Correct: Fits the context and follows grammatical rules for articles.
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the:
- Incorrect: "The" is used for something specific or previously mentioned, which is not the case here.
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none:
- Incorrect: An article is necessary in this sentence to maintain grammatical correctness.