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English
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Question
Choose the odd one out.
Have ________ [Basic]
a nice time
an effect
a decision
an argument
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This question tests your understanding of collocations - words that naturally go together in English. The phrase "have ________" requires a specific noun that forms a common expression.

Let's analyze each option:

a decision - We typically "make a decision" not "have a decision"

a nice time - "Have a nice time" is a common and correct expression

an argument - "Have an argument" is a common and correct expression

an effect - We typically "have an effect" (meaning to influence something), which is also correct

The odd one out is "a decision" because while we can "have a decision" in some contexts (meaning a decision exists), the natural collocation is "make a decision." The other three options form natural and common expressions with "have."

Related Concept: Verb-Noun Collocations

Collocations are word combinations that sound natural to native speakers. Many verbs have specific nouns they commonly pair with:

  • make a decision (not have a decision)
  • have breakfast/lunch/dinner
  • take a shower/bath
  • do homework/exercise

Key Takeaway

When choosing words that go together, think about what sounds most natural rather than what might be grammatically possible. The expression "have a decision" is much less common than "make a decision," making it the odd one out in this context.