When the vowels and consonants can be distinguished, pupils can be
taught the use of the articles "a" and "an".
"An" is used before words beginning with vowels; "a" before words
beginning with consonants. Lists of words are placed on the board to be
copied, and the proper article supplied.
apple ball
stem eye
peach owl
orange flower
table uncle
ink-stand
Use the article "the" with the same list of words in oral expression,
pronouncing "the" with the long sound of "e" before words beginning with
vowels, as "The apple," "The ink-stand."
_The_ apple is on the table.
The peach is ripe.
The flower and _the_ orange are for you.
_The_ owl has bright eyes.
_The_ ice is smooth and hard.
Grandfather sits in _the_ arm chair.
Is _the_ envelope sealed?
_The_ old man leans on the cane.