Which sentence uses the correct article?
AHe is a honest man.
BHe is an honest man.CORRECT
CHe is the honest man.
DHe is honest man.
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
Use 'an' before vowel sounds. The 'h' in 'honest' is silent, so it begins with a vowel sound.
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