Articles Worksheet for Class 3 – A, An, The: Exercises with Answers

Articles are small but powerful words — they quietly shape how we speak and write, helping us make sense of the world around us. Whether you’re talking about an apple, a house, or the sun, these little helpers tell your listener exactly what you’re referring to.

For young learners, especially in Class 3 (Grade 3 / ESL CEFR A1–A2) or those learning English as a second language, mastering a, an, and the is a key step toward confident communication. This friendly, easy-to-use grammar worksheet is designed to make that process smoother — whether you’re in a classroom, learning at home, or guiding your child through their English workbook.

Inside, you’ll find simple explanations, three practice exercises with answers, a fun mini-quiz, and a printable PDF worksheet to support revision or homework. Everything is written clearly, with just the right amount of guidance for learners building strong grammar foundations.For a full dictionary definition, see the Oxford Learner’s Dictionary entry for “article.”

What Are Articles? (Grammar Basics)

Articles are small words that come before nouns. They tell us if we’re talking about any one thing, a specific thing, or something starting with a vowel sound.

There are two types of articles:

1. Indefinite articles – a and an
   • Use “a” when the next word starts with a consonant sound.
     Example: a cat, a pencil, a house
   • Use “an” when the next word starts with a vowel sound.
     Example: an apple, an elephant, an hour
2. Definite article – the
   • Use “the” when you mean a specific thing.
     Example: the sun, the book on the table

Example Table:

Article	Example Noun	Sentence
a	dog	I saw a dog in the park.
an	umbrella	She has an umbrella.
the	moon	Look at the moon tonight.

When to Use A, An, and The

Quick Rules:

• Use a before words that begin with consonant sounds: a bat, a tiger
• Use an before words that begin with vowel sounds: an ant, an orange
• Use the when the listener/reader knows exactly which thing you mean.

Tricky Cases to Know:

• Silent “h”: an hour, an honest boy
• Abbreviations: an MRI scan (sounds like “em”)
• Plural nouns: Use the for specific groups (e.g., the birds in that tree)

Tip: Try saying the word out loud — if it sounds like it starts with a vowel, use “an.”

Article Worksheet For Class 3 – Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate article (a, an, or the). Download this image, print it, and practice.

Practice: Fill in the Blanks (Exercise 1)

Choose the correct article: a, an, or the

1. She has ___ orange in her lunchbox.
2. I want to read ___ book on the shelf.
3. We saw ___ elephant at the zoo.
4. He bought ___ pencil from the shop.
5. Let’s sit under ___ tree.
6. I saw ___ owl in the night sky.
7. ___ sun is shining.
8. He ate ___ banana before school.
9. They have ___ dog named Max.
10. Can I have ___ apple?

Answer Key:

1. an
2. the
3. an
4. a
5. the
6. an
7. The
8. a
9. a
10. an

Choose the Correct Article (Exercise 2 – Multiple Choice)

Choose the best article for each sentence.

1. She has ___ orange umbrella.
   a) a  b) an  c) the
2. We played in ___ garden behind the house.
   a) a  b) an  c) the
3. I saw ___ ant crawling on the table.
   a) a  b) an  c) the
4. He is ___ honest boy.
   a) a  b) an  c) the
5. ___ moon was bright last night.
   a) A  b) An  c) The

Answer Key:

1. b) an
2. c) the
3. b) an
4. b) an
5. c) The

Fix the Sentence (Exercise 3 – Error Correction)

Each sentence below has an article mistake. Rewrite it correctly.

1. She found a old coin.
2. I saw an cat in the window.
3. We are going to the school to meet a teacher.
4. He ate a ice cream.
5. They have the dog called Bruno.

Corrected Sentences:

1. She found an old coin.
2. I saw a cat in the window.
3. We are going to the school to meet the teacher.
4. He ate an ice cream.
5. They have a dog called Bruno.

Quiz: A/An/The Practice (Self-Test)

Try this mini quiz yourself!

1. ___ eagle flew over the mountain.
2. He drew ___ picture of his house.
3. We looked at ___ stars in the sky.
4. She wants ___ ice cream cone.
5. ___ Earth moves around ___ sun.

Answers:

1. An
2. a
3. the
4. an
5. The / the

Conclusion

Great job, Class 3! You have completed the Fill in the Blanks Worksheet on Articles. By practicing using articles correctly, you improve your understanding of English grammar.

Remember, articles are important because they help us communicate clearly and effectively. Keep practicing and paying attention to articles in your everyday language use. Soon, you’ll be using articles like a pro!

Well done, and keep up the fantastic work!

🧠 Quiz Time: Test Your Class 3 Grammar Skills on “A,” “An,” and “The”!

Articles may be small, but they carry a lot of weight in English grammar. This interactive quiz is designed to help Class 3 students practice using “a,” “an,” and “the” with confidence. With 10 questions and instant feedback, it’s a fun way to reinforce what they’ve learned in the classroom or from our article worksheet. Try it out below—and see how many you can get right!

🧠 Articles Quiz: A, An, or The?

Instructions: Choose the correct article for each sentence. Click “Submit” to check your score. Click “Try Again” to reset.

1. I saw ___ elephant at the zoo.
   a
   an
   the


2. ___ sun is shining brightly.
   A
   The
   An


3. She bought ___ orange and ___ apple.
   a / a
   an / a
   an / an


4. Choose the correct sentence:
   He is eating an banana.
   He is eating a banana.
   He is eating the banana.


5. She has ___ red dress.
   a
   an
   the

Submit Try Again

Articles may be small, but they do big work — helping young learners write and speak with clarity and confidence. By understanding when to use a, an, and the, students lay the foundation for stronger grammar and clearer thinking.

Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or learner yourself, this worksheet is designed to make practising articles simple and engaging. Try the exercises, check your answers, and use the printable PDF for revision or homework.

Practise makes perfect! Use this worksheet to master “a,” “an,” and “the.”
Want more? Try our Nouns Worksheet, Verbs for Class 3, or visit our full English Grammar Hub.

🎓 PowerPoint Lesson Plan: Articles (A, An, The) for Class 3

Make learning grammar fun and visual with this PowerPoint-based lesson plan on English articles (a, an, the)—designed especially for Class 3 ( ESL CEFR A1–A2 ) learners. This slide deck breaks down each rule with simple explanations, real-world examples, and interactive class activities. Includes built-in practice, a mini quiz, and a matching printable worksheet to reinforce learning in a clear, engaging format. Perfect for classrooms, tutors, or homeschoolers.