"United States" is a country name that requires the definite article "the" because it refers to a specific group of states forming a nation.
Correct usage: "the United States."
"Unjustified dream" begins with a vowel sound (the "u" in "unjustified" is pronounced as "uh"). Before vowel sounds, the correct article is "an".
Correct usage: "an unjustified dream."
The correct answer is (C) the, an.
Each question has a sentence that has an underlined part. Choose the option which rephrases the underlined part in the most appropriate manner in terms of grammar and usage.
In an attempt to boost their profits, many edible oil-producing companies have been engaging themselves in propaganda against commonly used oils and promoting exotic and expensive varieties of oils \(\underline{as\ more\ healthier\ options.} \)