| Idx | 1940 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | obtain |
| Sub Entry Number | 2 |
| Type of Sentence | ? |
| Error Sentence | Where did you obtain the ticket? |
| Correct Sentence | Where did you get the ticket? |
| Cloze Error Sentence | Where did you [[obtain]] the ticket? |
| Cloze Sentence | Where did you [[get]] the ticket? |
| Cloze Answer | get |
| Choices | get | obtain |
| Explanation | Obtain is mainly used in formal styles: 'Information about visas and passports can be obtained from your local library.' The usual word for this meaning is get: 'How long does it take to get a visa?' |
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