Different Usage Of Same Word Phrasel Verb-2

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    DIRECTIONS:  Use the correct option to complete the sentences given below. Question: She ____________ her decision despite her sister's arguments.  

    • Sand a chance
    • Stood by
    • Stands to reason
    • Stands for
    • Stand down
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This quiz titled 'Different usage of same word phrasal verb-2' assesses understanding of various meanings and applications of English phrasal verbs. It tests the ability to correctly use verbs like 'stand by', 'stand down', and others in contextually appropriate ways, enhancing both linguistic precision and comprehension skills.

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  • 2. 

    DIRECTIONS:  Use the correct option to complete the sentences given below. Question: He ____________ both freedom and justice.

    • Sand a chance

    • Stood by

    • Stands to reason

    • Stands for

    • Stand down

    Correct Answer
    A. Stands for
    Explanation
    The correct answer "stands for" is used to indicate that someone or something represents or symbolizes a particular concept or idea. In this context, the sentence suggests that "he" represents or symbolizes both freedom and justice.

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  • 3. 

    DIRECTIONS:  Use the correct option to complete the sentences given below. Question: He’s a good batsman but doesn’t ____________ of making to the national team because he can't field well.

    • Sand a chance

    • Stood by

    • Stands to reason

    • Stands for

    • Stand down

    Correct Answer
    A. Sand a chance
    Explanation
    The phrase "doesn't stand a chance" means that someone has no possibility or likelihood of achieving something. In this context, it means that the person mentioned is a good batsman but is unlikely to make it to the national team because of his poor fielding skills.

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  • 4. 

    DIRECTIONS:  Use the correct option to complete the sentences given below. Question: It ____________ that most people will be better off after the changes made by the administration.

    • Sand a chance

    • Stood by

    • Stands to reason

    • Stands for

    • Stand down

    Correct Answer
    A. Stands to reason
    Explanation
    The phrase "stands to reason" means that something is logical or reasonable. In this context, the sentence is saying that it is logical or reasonable to believe that most people will be better off after the changes made by the administration.

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    DIRECTIONS:  Use the correct option to complete the sentences given below. Question: I agreed to ____________ so that she could run for the nomination unopposed.

    • Sand a chance

    • Stood by

    • Stands to reason

    • Stands for

    • Stand down

    Correct Answer
    A. Stand down
    Explanation
    In this context, "stand down" means to withdraw or step aside from a position or competition. The speaker agreed to stand down so that she could run for the nomination unopposed, indicating that they willingly withdrew their own candidacy to give her a clear path to the nomination.

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