Idx | 0570 |
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Keyword | careful |
Type of Sentence | ✗ |
Error Sentence | Be careful to fix any oil leaks. |
Correct Sentence | Make sure (that) you fix any oil leaks. |
Cloze Error Sentence | [[Be careful to]] fix any oil leaks. |
Cloze Sentence | [[Make sure (that) you]] fix any oil leaks. |
Cloze Answer | Make sure (that) you |
Choices | Make sure (that) you | Be careful to |
Explanation | Use be careful when you want someone to pay special attention to something so that they do not have an accident, make a mistake, or do something that will cause damage: 'Be careful! You're about to spill your coffee.' 'You should be careful about what you say to her. She is easily offended.' To tell someone that they must not forget to do or check something, use make sure: 'Before you set off, make sure that you have enough petrol.' 'Make sure that you don't leave the key in the car.' |
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