| Idx | 1668 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | long |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | I am afraid it will take long to improve my English. |
| Correct Sentence | I am afraid it will take a long time to improve my English. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | I am afraid it will take [[long]] to improve my English. |
| Cloze Sentence | I am afraid it will take [[a long time]] to improve my English. |
| Cloze Answer | a long time |
| Choices | long | a long time |
| Explanation | Use take long in questions and negative sentences: 'How long does it take to get to London by train?' 'It doesn't take very long.' Use take a long time in affirmative sentences: 'It might take a long time to sort out the problem.' |
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