Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank.

I did not intend going out in ……. near future.

  1. a

  2. the

  3. on

  4. None of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The idiomatic expression is 'in the near future' - referring to the period of time coming soon. The definite article 'the' is required with 'near future'. 'In a near future' is not standard English.