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Usage of THE & A in English Language?

How do I explain and make a 7 yr old child understand when to use and what is the difference between using A and THE. For example A MOUNTAIN, THE MOUNTAIN, etc. How can I explain so he understands?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Tell now a is for new, the is for old.

    Later he may understand that for the first time we use a then in subsequent usage the.

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