They swam across ___ English Channel. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

They swam across ___ English Channel.
A. no article
B. an
C. the
D. a
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Names of channels and canals take the definite article.

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A. no article
B. the
C. a
D. an

Correct Answer: Option B


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A. a
B. an
C. no article
D. the

Correct Answer: Option A


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A. an
B. a
C. no article
D. the

Correct Answer: Option B


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