Phrasal Verbs & Idioms

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    What does the word in bold mean? I  know you haven't got money.  We're in the same boat.  I'm broke, too.

    • Do something risky
    • Begin a journey
    • Be in the same unpleasant situation
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Explore the usage of phrasal verbs and idioms in English through context-based questions, enhancing understanding and application in real-life scenarios.

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  • 2. 

    The trip wasn't my idea.  James ___it.

    • Took off

    • Split up

    • Came up with

    Correct Answer
    A. Came up with
    Explanation
    James came up with the trip idea.

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  • 3. 

    Our friends ___ a tent beside the lake.

    • Liven up

    • Put up

    • Split up

    Correct Answer
    A. Put up
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "put up". This phrasal verb means to assemble or erect something, in this case, a tent. The phrase "put up" is commonly used when referring to setting up a temporary structure or shelter. In this context, it suggests that our friends assembled a tent next to the lake.

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  • 4. 

    The football team ______ home after winning the game.

    • Turn into

    • Put up

    • Headed for

    Correct Answer
    A. Headed for
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "headed for" because it indicates that the football team is going towards their home after winning the game. "Turn into" and "put up" do not convey the same meaning of going towards a specific destination.

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  • 5. 

    What does the word in bold mean? I'm so sad that my favourite band has split up.

    • Separate

    • Leave the ground

    • Connected with

    Correct Answer
    A. Separate
    Explanation
    The word "split up" in this context means that the favorite band has separated or disbanded. They have gone their separate ways and are no longer together as a band.

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  • 6. 

    This table ___ a chair.

    • Turns into

    • Takes off

    • Set off

    Correct Answer
    A. Turns into
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "turns into" because it is the most appropriate phrase to complete the sentence grammatically and semantically. The phrase "turns into" indicates a transformation or change from one thing to another. In this context, the table is being described as undergoing a change or transformation into a chair, implying that it can be converted or transformed into a chair.

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  • 7. 

    My friends ___ a tent beside the river.

    • Set off

    • Split up

    • Put up

    Correct Answer
    A. Put up
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "put up". In this context, "put up" means to assemble or erect something, in this case, a tent. Therefore, the correct phrase to use in this sentence is "put up" as it indicates the action of setting up a tent beside the river.

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  • 8. 

    Why don't you put some posters on the wal to ___ the room?

    • Set off

    • Sleep in

    • Liven up

    Correct Answer
    A. Liven up
    Explanation
    The phrase "liven up" means to make something more lively, energetic, or exciting. In the context of the question, putting posters on the wall would add color, visual interest, and personality to the room, making it more vibrant and lively. Therefore, "liven up" is the appropriate phrase to complete the sentence.

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  • 9. 

    What does the word in bold mean? My brother  has itchy feet.  He can never stay long in the same place.

    • Always discover new places

    • Do something dangerous

    • Annoy greatly

    Correct Answer
    A. Always discover new places
    Explanation
    The phrase "itchy feet" is used metaphorically to describe someone who has a strong desire to travel and explore new places. It implies that the person cannot stay in one place for long and is always seeking new experiences and adventures.

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    I can't take any more of his silly excuses.  He's driving me up the wall.

    • Cheat somebody

    • Irritate greatly

    • Move from place to place a lot

    Correct Answer
    A. Irritate greatly
    Explanation
    The phrase "driving me up the wall" is an idiomatic expression that means to irritate or annoy someone greatly. In the given context, the speaker is expressing frustration with someone's silly excuses, indicating that they are being greatly irritated by them. Therefore, the correct answer is "irritate greatly."

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