a question about articles

peppy_man · #1 (**permalink**) 19-Dec-2006, 07:47

'I've just read ( a / the ) referral letter from Dr. Jones.'

In this example, which article is correct, 'a' or 'the'?
I guess 'the' is the right answer, but would like to hear native teachers' opinions.

Anglika · #2 (**permalink**) 19-Dec-2006, 21:36

Rather depends on the situation. Either is correct

"I've just read a referral letter from Dr Jones relating to Mrs Brown's case."

"I've just read the referral letter from Dr Jones about Mrs Brown's mammogram."


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