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Which sentence demonstrates the appropriate use of the definite article 'the' for a unique or previously mentioned item?

'The book' refers to a specific book already mentioned (or understood), and 'the library' refers to a specific, unique or known institution.

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Question: Which sentence demonstrates the appropriate use of the definite article 'the' for a unique or previously mentioned item?

Answer options:

  • I need to return the book I borrowed from library.
  • I need to return a book I borrowed from the library. ✅ I need to return the book I borrowed from the library.
  • I need to return book I borrowed from the library.

Correct answer: I need to return the book I borrowed from the library.

Explanation: 'The book' refers to a specific book already mentioned (or understood), and 'the library' refers to a specific, unique or known institution.

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