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THE or NOTHING?

When should "the" be omitted in English?

Main rules:

-> Before countries or family names:

Ø England is an island.

Ø Africa is a continent.

But:

The United States of America = the U. S. A.

-> Before titles or jobs:

Ø Doctor Sin - Ø Lady James - Ø Sir Arthur - Ø Professor Smith

-> Before abstract nouns, a few uncountable nouns, general rules:

(all) Ø cats have four legs.

But: The dog I saw was black.

(all) Ø grass is green.

But: The grass in my garden is too high.

Choose the correct answer.
Ø = no article.

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1. I think people are funny.

2. She doesn't like milk.

3. I saw dog named Milou.

4. Did you hear that on radio?

5. I like film I've just seen.

6. I think bread is too expensive.

7. Did you like book I gave you?

8. He is studying Zola's life.

9. Years ago, I went to Cambridge University.

10. Her train is due to arrive at Victoria Station.

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