📚 A An The Worksheet for Class 1 with Answers PDF
Help your child understand English articles with this A An The Worksheet for Class 1 from WitKnowLearn. This printable English grammar resource introduces the use of a, an and the through simple rules, familiar objects and beginner-friendly sentences.
Suitable for CBSE Class 1 English Grammar revision, this resource supports children who are learning to identify articles, choose the correct article and complete short sentences. It can be used for classroom activities, homework and extra practice at home.
The learning guide below includes an articles worksheet for Class 1 with answers, fill-in-the-blanks exercises, picture-based questions and explanations for parents and teachers.
Before beginning, children can revise naming words with our Class 1 Noun Worksheet.
🌟 What Are Articles for Class 1?
A, an and the are articles. We use them before naming words, or nouns, to help make sentences clear.
🎒 A bag – one bag.
🍎 An apple – one apple.
☀️ The sun – the particular sun we all know.
We generally use a and an when we mean any one person, animal or thing. We use the when we mean something particular or already known.
Children do not need to memorise difficult grammar terms immediately. First, they should learn to recognise these articles in everyday phrases and short sentences.
✏️ Use of A, An and The for Class 1 – Easy Rules
When Do We Use A?
Use a before a singular countable noun when the next word begins with a consonant sound.
Examples: a drum, a monkey, a pencil, a yellow balloon.
When Do We Use An?
Use an before a singular countable noun when the next word begins with a vowel sound.
Examples: an egg, an elephant, an orange, an old tree.
When Do We Use The?
Use the when talking about a particular or already known person or thing.
Examples: the sun, the moon, the book on my desk, the girl in the blue dress.
Remember: The choice between a and an depends on the next word's sound, not simply its first letter. For example, we say a uniform and an hour. Beginners can start with familiar words before learning these exceptions.
For focused sound practice, try the Articles A and An Worksheet for Class 1.
📋 A An The Rules Chart
| Article | When to Use | Example |
|---|---|---|
| A | Consonant sound | a kite |
| An | Vowel sound | an insect |
| The | Specific or known thing | the moon |
This simple chart can be used as a quick revision guide before attempting the printable articles worksheet PDF.
📝 A An The Fill in the Blanks for Class 1
Exercise 1: Fill in the blanks with a or an.
1. _____ igloo
2. _____ rabbit
3. _____ eraser
4. _____ train
5. _____ owl
6. _____ watermelon
7. _____ umbrella
8. _____ flower
✅ Show Exercise 1 Answers
1. an, 2. a, 3. an, 4. a, 5. an, 6. a, 7. an, 8. a.
🎯 Choose the Correct Article – Class 1 Exercise
Exercise 2: Choose a, an or the to complete each sentence.
1. I have _____ toy train. (a / an)
2. _____ sun rises in the east. (A / The)
3. My sister ate _____ orange. (a / an)
4. We saw _____ peacock in the park. (a / an)
5. Please bring _____ notebook on my desk. (a / the)
6. Anu has _____ red umbrella. (a / an)
7. I found _____ egg in the nest. (a / an)
8. _____ egg I found was small. (An / The)
✅ Show Exercise 2 Answers
1. a, 2. The, 3. an, 4. a, 5. the, 6. a, 7. an, 8. The.
These questions help children connect article rules with meaningful sentences instead of practising only isolated words.
🖼️ Picture-Based Articles Worksheet for Class 1
Exercise 3: Look at the picture symbols and write a or an.
1. 🐜 _____ ant
2. 🐻 _____ bear
3. 🍍 _____ pineapple
4. 🐘 _____ elephant
5. 🦉 _____ owl
6. 🐇 _____ rabbit
✅ Show Picture Exercise Answers
1. an, 2. a, 3. a, 4. an, 5. an, 6. a.
Picture-based practice helps young children connect written words with familiar objects and animals.
🔍 Find and Correct the Article Mistake
Exercise 4: Rewrite each sentence using the correct article.
1. I saw an butterfly.
2. She has a orange pencil.
3. He found an coin.
4. We need a eraser.
5. My father bought an bicycle.
✅ Show Correct Sentences
1. I saw a butterfly.
2. She has an orange pencil.
3. He found a coin.
4. We need an eraser.
5. My father bought a bicycle.
To practise building more complete sentences, children can also complete the Is Am Are Worksheet for Class 1.
👩🏫 How to Teach Articles to Class 1 Students
Parents and teachers can teach articles through familiar objects and short daily activities. Begin by placing a pencil, an eraser and a book on a table. Ask children to say the name of each object with its article.
Next, introduce picture cards and ask children to sort words into two groups: a and an. Encourage them to say the words aloud and listen to the beginning sounds.
To explain the, show two books and ask a child to pick up the red book. This demonstrates how the article can identify a particular object.
Children can also play an article treasure hunt. Ask them to find a ruler, an eraser or the blue bag in the classroom. This makes grammar practice more engaging and helps learners connect English sentences with real situations.
For further vocabulary development, try the Describing Words Worksheet for Class 1 and the Singular and Plural Nouns Worksheet.
📥 Download A An The Worksheet for Class 1 PDF
Use the download section on this WitKnowLearn page to access the available Class 1 English Grammar A An The Worksheet PDF.
Teachers can use the worksheet for grammar lessons, homework and revision, while parents can support additional practice at home. The supplementary exercises above include answers for quick checking.
Students who need more practice can try our additional A An The Worksheet for Class 1.
Explore more printable activities in the CBSE Class 1 English Grammar Worksheets collection.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Articles for Class 1
What are articles in English grammar for Class 1?
A, an and the are articles. They are used before nouns or noun phrases to help make sentences clear.
What is the rule for using a and an?
Use a before a consonant sound and an before a vowel sound. For example, a kite and an apple.
When should we use the in a sentence?
Use the when talking about something particular or already known, such as the book on the table.
What are examples of a an the for Class 1?
A tiger, an egg and the moon are three simple examples.
Is it an orange or a orange?
An orange is correct because orange begins with a vowel sound.
Can I get an A An The worksheet for Class 1 with answers?
Yes. The supplementary exercises on this page include expandable answer keys to help parents and teachers check the practice questions.
How do I teach articles to a six-year-old?
Use familiar objects, picture cards, short sentences and sorting games. Encourage the child to say the article and noun together.
Where can I download an articles worksheet for Class 1 PDF?
Use the download option on this WitKnowLearn worksheet page to access the available printable grammar resource.
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