Idx | 1200 |
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Keyword | fun |
Sub Entry Number | 1 |
Type of Sentence | ? |
Error Sentence | A good novel can give you a lot of fun. |
Correct Sentence | A good novel can give you a lot of pleasure. |
Cloze Error Sentence | A good novel can give you a lot of [[fun]]. |
Cloze Sentence | A good novel can give you a lot of [[pleasure]]. |
Cloze Answer | pleasure |
Choices | pleasure | fun |
Explanation | When you are talking about something that provides intellectual or spiritual satisfaction, such as a piano concert or a visit to an art gallery, use enjoyment/enjoyable or pleasure/pleasurable: 'Reading is her one source of pleasure.' 'We spent an enjoyable afternoon at the art gallery.' Fun is usually used in connection with light-hearted events and activities such as games, picnics, or children's parties: 'John's parties are always great fun.' 'Let's go to the beach and have some fun.' |
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