| Idx | 0785 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | dare |
| Sub Entry Number | 2 |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | 'How dare you to come in without knocking!' he shouted. |
| Correct Sentence | 'How dare you come in without knocking!' he shouted. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | 'How dare you [[to]] come in without knocking!' he shouted. |
| Cloze Sentence | 'How dare you [[ ]] come in without knocking!' he shouted. |
| Cloze Answer | _ |
| Choices | to | _ |
| Explanation | When dare comes in front of the subject, use an infinitive WITHOUT to: 'How dare you say such a thing!' 'Dare I mention it to her? She'll be furious.' |
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