| Idx | 0539 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | calm |
| Sub Entry Number | 3 |
| Type of Sentence | ? |
| Error Sentence | I fastened my seat belt and tried to be calm. |
| Correct Sentence | I fastened my seat belt and tried to stay calm. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | I fastened my seat belt and tried to [[be]] calm. |
| Cloze Sentence | I fastened my seat belt and tried to [[stay]] calm. |
| Cloze Answer | stay |
| Choices | be | stay |
| Explanation | When you are talking about someone's behaviour in an emergency or unpleasant situation, use keep/stay/remain calm: 'In the event of fire, leave the building by the nearest exit and remain calm.' Compare: 'For the first two days the sea was perfectly calm.' |
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