| Idx | 1947 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | occur |
| Sub Entry Number | 1 |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | The concert will occur at eight o'clock next Tuesday. |
| Correct Sentence | The concert will take place at eight o'clock next Tuesday. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | The concert will [[occur]] at eight o'clock next Tuesday. |
| Cloze Sentence | The concert will [[take place]] at eight o'clock next Tuesday. |
| Cloze Answer | take place |
| Choices | take place | occur |
| Explanation | Occur is usually used in connection with unplanned events: 'Many of the serious accidents that occur are caused by human error.' 'Tornadoes occur when a warm weather front meets a body of very cold air.' For planned events, use take place: 'The wedding will take place at St Andrew's church.' |
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