| Idx | 2152 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | possible |
| Sub Entry Number | 2 |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | I was wondering whether it could be possible to arrange another meeting. |
| Correct Sentence | I was wondering whether it might be possible to arrange another meeting. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | I was wondering whether it [[could]] be possible to arrange another meeting. |
| Cloze Sentence | I was wondering whether it [[might]] be possible to arrange another meeting. |
| Cloze Answer | might |
| Choices | might | could |
| Explanation | Do not use can/could before possible . When you are talking about a past event, use it is possible: 'It's quite possible that the letter was sent to the wrong address.' When you are talking about a future event, use it may/ might be possible: 'She thinks that it may be possible to get the watch repaired.' |
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