They swam across ___ English Channel. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

They swam across ___ English Channel.
A. no article
B. a
C. an
D. the
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Names of channels and canals take the definite article.

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Question #1
He is ___ B.A. pass.
A. no article
B. an
C. a
D. the

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
'B.A.' /biː/.

This question belongs to: English Articles
Question #2
He went to ___ hospital for treatment.
A. the
B. an
C. no article
D. a

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
If he went as a patient, British English uses no article (go to hospital). However, in Indian context, 'the hospital' is often used. But the standard rule: 'go to hospital' for treatment, no article. I'll go with no article.

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Question #3
___ Ganges is considered holy by Hindus.
A. The
B. An
C. A
D. No article

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Names of rivers always take the definite article 'the'.

This question belongs to: English Articles