| Idx | 0404 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | become |
| Sub Entry Number | 3 |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | The housing problem in Hong Kong becomes more serious. |
| Correct Sentence | The housing problem in Hong Kong is becoming more serious. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | The housing problem in Hong Kong [[becomes]] more serious. |
| Cloze Sentence | The housing problem in Hong Kong [[is becoming]] more serious. |
| Cloze Answer | is becoming |
| Choices | is becoming | becomes |
| Explanation | To refer to something that is still happening or taking place, use the present progressive tense of become: 'It's becoming difficult to find somewhere to park.' |
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