Multiple-choice exercise

1.The children have _____ new teacher called Mr. Green
A AN THE No Article

2.Alex is in Boston studying for _____ MBA
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3.It would help us if you gave _____ honest opinion
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4.Jennifer tasted _____ birthday cake her mother had made
A AN THE No Article

5.Dad turned on _____ radio to listen to _____ news
A/A A/THE THE/THE No Article

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