The words some and any are used when number or an exact amount is not specified.
->In general, some is used in positive sentences:
* I need some oranges for my juice.
* There are some grapes in the basket.
* She puts some butter on her bread.
* There are some roses in my garden
->In general, any is used in negative sentences and questions:
* I don't need any help.
* There aren't any pencils on the desk.
* Do you have any brothers or sisters?
-> Exceptions:
1. We can use some in questions when offering/requesting:
* Would you like some tea?
* Could I have some orange juice, please?
2. We use any in positive sentences when we mean it doesn't matter which ..:
* You can come and ask for my help any time.
Exercises
->Some or Any
* There's ______ milk in the fridge.
* My sister has ______ bracelets .
* There are _____ children in the park .
* My mom didn't put _____ keys in her purse.
* There are ______ hospitals in this city.
* I didn't buy ________ sweets.
* Are there ______ parks in this neighborhood?
* The teacher gave me _____ stamps.
* I'm going to buy _______ apples.
* Did you see ______ horses in the farm?