| Idx | 2640 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | the |
| Sub Entry Number | 4 |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | A lot of people are afraid of the death. |
| Correct Sentence | A lot of people are afraid of death. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | A lot of people are afraid of [[the]] death. |
| Cloze Sentence | A lot of people are afraid of [[ ]] death. |
| Cloze Answer | _ |
| Choices | the | _ |
| Explanation | Do not use the with an uncountable noun when it is used in a general sense: 'She hates dishonesty.' 'Power doesn't interest him.' The is used when the sense is restricted: 'She hates the dishonesty of the man.' 'The power enjoyed by politicians doesn't interest him.' |
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