Idx | 0356 |
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Keyword | attention |
Sub Entry Number | 1 |
Type of Sentence | ✗ |
Error Sentence | Pay attention when refuelling and try not to spill any petrol. |
Correct Sentence | Be careful when refuelling and try not to spill any petrol. |
Cloze Error Sentence | [[Pay attention]] when refuelling and try not to spill any petrol. |
Cloze Sentence | [[Be careful]] when refuelling and try not to spill any petrol. |
Cloze Answer | Be careful |
Choices | Be careful | Pay attention |
Explanation | When talking about a situation that could be dangerous or harmful, use be careful or take care (NOT pay attention ): 'When the road surface is wet, drivers should take extra care.' 'Be careful to keep all medicines out of the reach of children.' |
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