Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks.
____ architect designed ____ modern office building and ____ traditional residential home, showcasing ____ blend of contemporary and classic architectural styles.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. An; a; a; a.
Context: The sentence describes an architect designing two types of buildings and uses articles before each noun.
Meaning of the words/articles:
A: Used before words that begin with a consonant sound.
An: Used before words that begin with a vowel sound.
The: Used for specific nouns (not needed here).
Correct words: An; a; a; a
Reason:
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An architect → 'Architect' starts with a vowel sound, so we use 'an'.
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A modern office building → 'Modern' starts with a consonant sound, so we use 'a'.
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A traditional residential home → 'Traditional' starts with a consonant sound, so we use 'a'.
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A blend → 'Blend' starts with a consonant sound, so we use 'a'.
Final Sentence: An architect designed a modern office building and a traditional residential home, showcasing a blend of contemporary and classic architectural styles.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.