Which sentence correctly uses ‘few’ and ‘a few’?
AFew people came, so the room felt empty.
BA few people came, so the room felt crowded.
CA few people came, so the room felt empty.
DFew people came, so the room felt full.
Explanation
– ‘A few’ means a small but sufficient number, implying a positive sense.
– ‘Few’ alone often implies a negative sense, meaning almost none.
– Correct: A few people came, so the room felt crowded (implying more people than expected).
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Grammar
- Subtopic: Common Errors
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