Multiple choice

Directions: Find out the correct option to fill in the blank.

_______ water that was in the pond evaporated.

  1. The little

  2. A little

  3. Little

  4. None of these

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A Correct answer
Explanation

The little with the definite article refers to the specific, entire quantity of water mentioned. A little refers to some unspecified amount. Little alone suggests almost no water, which contradicts that water evaporated.