Fill in the blank with the appropriate article.
Although ______ honor bestowed upon him was immense, he remained humble throughout his career.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Definite vs. Indefinite: Although "honor" starts with a vowel sound (/ˈɒnər/) and would take "an" in a general sentence (e.g., "It is an honor to meet you"), this sentence refers to a specific honor—the one that was "bestowed upon him."
Rule: When a noun is followed by a defining phrase or clause that identifies exactly which one you are talking about, you must use the definite article "the."
"Although the honor bestowed upon him was immense...