FAQs on Introduction & Types: Determiners Video Lecture - English Grammar for Grade 9
1. What are determiners? |
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Ans. Determiners are words used in grammar to introduce or specify nouns. They are used to provide information about the number, possession, quantity, or specificity of the noun they accompany. Examples of determiners include articles (e.g., "a," "an," "the"), demonstratives (e.g., "this," "that"), possessives (e.g., "my," "his"), and quantifiers (e.g., "some," "many").
2. What is the difference between definite and indefinite articles? |
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Ans. Definite articles (e.g., "the") are used before specific nouns that both the speaker and the listener are aware of or have been previously mentioned. They indicate that the noun is unique or known. On the other hand, indefinite articles (e.g., "a," "an") are used before general or non-specific nouns that have not been mentioned before. They indicate that the noun is one of many or unknown.
3. Can determiners be used with both countable and uncountable nouns? |
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Ans. Yes, determiners can be used with both countable and uncountable nouns. However, the choice of determiner may differ depending on the noun type. For countable nouns, determiners like "a," "an," and "the" are commonly used, while for uncountable nouns, determiners like "some," "much," and "any" are more appropriate. It is important to choose the correct determiner based on the noun's grammatical properties.
4. What are demonstrative determiners? |
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Ans. Demonstrative determiners (e.g., "this," "that," "these," "those") are used to point out or indicate specific nouns. "This" and "these" are used to refer to nouns that are close to the speaker, while "that" and "those" are used for nouns that are farther away. These determiners help in specifying the proximity and location of the noun in relation to the speaker.
5. Can determiners be used without nouns? |
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Ans. No, determiners cannot be used without nouns. They are used to introduce or specify nouns, and without a noun, their purpose is lost. Determiners provide information about the noun's characteristics, quantity, or possession. Therefore, they always accompany a noun and cannot stand alone.