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Task:
Underline the phrasal verb in each sentence.
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phrasal verb is a combination of a verb and one or more particles (prepositions or adverbs) that together have a meaning different from the original verb. For example, "look up" means to search for information, not just to look upward.
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Here are the sentences with the
phrasal verbs underlined:
1. You could
look up the answer on Quora.
→ *look up* = search for information
2. The exam is
put off until next week.
→ *put off* = delay/postpone
3. She must
look after her brother.
→ *look after* = take care of
4.
Fill in the blanks.
→ *fill in* = complete (a form, etc.)
5.
Hurry up! We're going to be late.
→ *hurry up* = move quickly
6. Could you
hold on a moment, please?
→ *hold on* = wait (often used on the phone)
7. I
work out every weekend.
→ *work out* = exercise
8. We need to
get off the train at the next station.
→ *get off* = exit from
9. I
took over the business.
→ *take over* = assume control
10. He is
falling behind from his classmates.
→ *fall behind* = become slower than others
11.
Put your coat on!
→ *put on* = wear (clothing)
12. Their new album
came out last month.
→ *come out* = be released
13. They will
check in tomorrow.
→ *check in* = register (at a hotel, airport, etc.)
14. I am
looking for Megan. Have you seen her?
→ *look for* = search for someone/something
15. He
hung out with his friends.
→ *hang out* = spend time casually
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Final Answer (with phrasal verbs underlined):
1. You could
look up the answer on Quora.
2. The exam is
put off until next week.
3. She must
look after her brother.
4.
Fill in the blanks.
5.
Hurry up! We're going to be late.
6. Could you
hold on a moment, please?
7. I
work out every weekend.
8. We need to
get off the train at the next station.
9. I
took over the business.
10. He is
falling behind from his classmates.
11.
Put your coat on!
12. Their new album
came out last month.
13. They will
check in tomorrow.
14. I am
looking for Megan. Have you seen her?
15. He
hung out with his friends.
✔ All phrasal verbs have been correctly identified and underlined.
This worksheet helps students recognize common phrasal verbs in context, which is essential for understanding natural English usage.
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