| Idx | 1698 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | made |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | Many components are made by plastic. |
| Correct Sentence | Many components are made of plastic. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | Many components are made [[by]] plastic. |
| Cloze Sentence | Many components are made [[of]] plastic. |
| Cloze Answer | of |
| Choices | of | by |
| Explanation | Use made from when the original materials have been completely changed and cannot be recognized: 'Bread is made from flour and water.' Use made of when the original materials have not been completely changed and you can still see them: 'Their dining table is made of solid oak.' Use made by when you mention the name of the company or person that has made something (NOT the names of materials): 'This new razor is made by Wilkinson Sword.' |
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